HLTH 102 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Cruciferous Vegetables, Brussels Sprout, Veganism
16 Jun 2016
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Brown rice: carbohydrate, protein, and healthy fat (white rice has less fat) Phytochemical: a naturally occurring substance found in plant foods that may help prevent and treat chronic disease such as cancer and heart disease- phylo meaning plant . Cruciferous vegetables: vegetables of the cabbage family, including cabbage, broccoli, brussels sprouts, kale, and cauliflower; the flower petals of these plants form the shape of a cross. Dietary reference intakes (dris): umbrella term for four types of nutrient standards. Estimated average requirement (ear): amount estimated to meet nutrient needs of half the individuals of the population. Adequate intake (ai) & recommended dietary allowance (rda): levels of intake considered adequate to prevent nutrient deficiencies and reduce the risk of chronic diseases for most individuals in a population group. Tolerance upper intake level (ul): maximum daily intake that is unlikely to cause health problems.
