Describe the progressive digestion of the three major nutrients: CARBOHYDRATES, LIPIDS, and PROTEINS Be sure to start by naming the large macromolecules in our diet and end your description with the smallest molecules that allow absorption in the intestines. Be sure to include specific examples too. Note: you do NOT need to name the enzymes doing the digestion, this will be asked in a separate question later.

BONUS – Match the cranial nerve with the correct motor function related to swallowing:

Select the TWO primary causes of peptic ulcers (stomach and duodenum):

Match the description with the correct molecules related to lipid and fat absorption and metabolism:

A 19-year-old female is injured during college gymnastics and she is forced to stop her intensive training. Before the injury she was 127 lbs (18% body fat) and after 12 weeks without training she is 142 lbs (26% body fat). Based on these results, it would be expected that her plasma [a] and her plasma [b] when measured after the 12 weeks without gymnastics training.

Match the mechanism(s) of action with the correct drug:

Your patient enrolls in a 12 month weight loss program using caloric restriction and daily walking. Choose the expected changes in plasma hormone levels after your patient has lost 25 lbs after 6 months of their program? Plasma leptin levels will [a] Plasma ghrelin will levels [b] Plasma T3 levels will [c]

Match each symptom description with the correct condition:

Match the description with the best corresponding answer. 

BONUS QUESTION: The course presentations have covered 6 geographical regions across the world. Discuss two points you have learned from fellow peers not covered on the exam nor included in your own cultural presentation. Each point needs to include 2 sentences minimum. Make sure to utilize complete sentences that reflect university level writing and grammar. (4 points)