HSS 1101 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Essential Amino Acid, Trans Fat, Key Food
24 Feb 2016
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Body : break food into usable form. Mouth : chew food ; saliva, enzymes. Stomach : mix food ; add acid, enzymes. Nutrients absorbed in small intestine into bloodstream. Dehydration : abnormal depletion of body fluids. Key food groups : meat & alternatives, milk & alternatives. Complete : contain all essential amino acids. Who: recommends <10% calories from added sugars. Starches : breads, potatoes, beans, grains, cereals. Aids digestion and decreases risk :cancers, heart disease, diabetes, obesity. Dietary reference intake : 25g/day for women and 38g/day for men. Choose fat free, low fat when possible. Needs met with food, supplements not required. Antioxidants : protect against cell, tissue damage. Reducing risk of cancer, immune related diseases. Canadians at risk of insufficient vitamin d. Carbonated drinks may cause excretion of calcium. Eat meat, seafood, poultry within 1-2 days. Soybeans, legumes, nuts, shellfish, eggs, wheat, milk. Purchase of locally grown products benefits environment.
