List the different components of energy expenditure. Define BMR and briefly discuss the
factors which influence BMR.
b) Write the functions of following:
i) Selenium
ii) Chromium
iii) Manganese
(4)

. a)Briefly discuss the digestion, absorption and transportation of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
b) Enumerate the potential health benefits of dietary fiber.
c) Why is LDL referred to as bad cholesterol and HDL as good cholesterol?

Explain the term calcium homeostasis.
b) How tryptophan is converted to niacin? Explain with the help of flow chart.
c) Briefly describe the role of vitamin E and selenium in lipid peroxidation.

Ketosis
ii) Ergogenic aids
iii) Saponins
iv) Pre-eclampsia
v) Functional foods
vi) Essential fatty acids
vii) Amylase Inhibitors
viii) PAL
ix) Basal Metabolic Index
x) Resistant Starch
2. Supriya is a 42 year old housewife having a mean body weight of 55 kg. Calculate the energy (5)
requirement using the factorial estimation of total energy expenditure.
Note: Refer Unit 2, MFN-004 for the necessary calculations. 3. List the ICMR (2020) recommended allowances for energy, protein, vitamin A, iron, calcium
 for the following: (5)
 i) Lactating mother
ii) 12 months infant
iii) 70 years old man
iv) 18 years old girl
v) 10 years old boy 

a) Diagrammatically explain the functions of two major fluid compartments of the body.
b) Differentiate between Glycemic Load (GL) and Glycemic Index (GI), giving
examples.
c) Explain the following:
i) Bioavailability of Vitamin A
ii) FOS (Fructooligosaccharide)

a) What do you understand by Chemical score and biological value of protein? How are these
used to know the quality of protein in the diet?
b) Explain the mechanism of regulation of blood glucose concentration.
c) List some important functions of carbohydrates.

a) Briefly discuss the main determinants of nutrient requirements.
b) Briefly explain the concept of Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) and
Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)
c) What is the purpose behind setting the dietary guidelines?