BIOLOGY 105 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Corn Oil, Trans Fat, Safflower
3 Oct 2016
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Necessary to repair muscles, for an adequate immune system, to have healthy hair and nails. Fat maintains skin and hair, cushions vital organs, provides insulation, and is necessary for the production and absorption of certain vitamins and hormones. Calcium and magnesium for healthy bone structure. Iron needed for red blood cells to transport oxygen. Help regulate chemical reactions in the body. Vitamins are best obtained through a varied diet rather than supplements. Energy provided that fuels the brain and muscles. Soluble fibre (complex carbs) help lower cholesterol. Insoluble fibre ( vegetables, fruit skins) help digestive system. Water helps to control our body temperature, carries nutrients and waste products from our cells, and is needed for our cells to function. No, carbohydrates from added sugars, for example, that are found in soda,candy, and processed foods is not good. It causes dental caries and allows bacteria to grow on teeth, which leads to tooth decay.
