ANSC 1645 Lecture 1: Food and Nutrients_ Definition, Classification, and Intake
25 Jan 2019
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Something necessary for our consumption in order to live. An essential aspect of food and our diet that contributes to our health in a positive way, like proteins and vitamins. Any substance you typically consume that provides the nutrients necessary in order to sustain life. Can be processed (components of a particular part of that food can be removed during the development of it), partially process, or unprocessed (ex: fresh fruits and vegetables) for consumption that are meant to be ingested by humans. Other examples include beverages, water, and chewing gum. Any substance included in the manufacturing process. The items or chemical substances that are found directly in the food (or beverages and supplements) Can provide energy (carbohydrates are main energy yielding nutrient, followed by proteins and lipids - which are most energy dense), Proteins composed of polypeptide chains, which are amino acids bonded by peptide bonds.
