carbs Flashcards

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FIGS

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Ficus carica
- rich in fiber; antioxidant

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2
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MANNA

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Fraxinus ornus
- Flowering ash
- laxative

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PRUNES

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Prunus domestica
- dried plum
- antioxidant, anti inflammatory

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4
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SUGAR CANE

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Saccharum officinarum
- Noble cane
- Good source of Vit C; boost immunity

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5
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TAMARIND

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Tamarindus indica
- Indian date
- treat diarrhea, constipation; leaves promote wound healing

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TRITICUM

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Triticum aestivum
- Common wheat
- Anticancer, Antidiabetic, Antioxidant

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ARROWROOT

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Maranta arundinacea
- Aruro
- thickening agent, helps in bowel movement

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BANANA

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Musa sapientum
- Saging
- Good source of Potassium; good for heart health

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BEAN

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Phaseolus vulgaris L.
- sitaw
- Regulate blood sugar

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BURI

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Corypha utan
- Cabbage palm
- Antiseptic, laxative, diuretic

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CASSAVA

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Manihot esculenta
- Kamoteng kahoy
- Used to treat hypertension, headache, irritable bowel movements

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NIPA

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Nypa fruticans
- Nypa palm
- used to treat ulcers

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PEA

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Pisum sativum
- Legume
- Good source of Vit C and E; antioxidant

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POTATO

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Solanum tuberosum
- Patatas
- Rich in Vit C; Antioxidant; Primary food source

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RICE

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Oryza sativa
- Bugas
- Rich source of carbohydrates

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16
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SAGO

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Metroxylon sagu
- High in Potassium; Lowers blood pressure

17
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SWEET POTATO

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Ipomoea batatas
- Carotenoids lower the risk of cancer

18
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WHEAT

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Triticum aestivum
- enhance immune system; improve heart health; anti cancer agent

19
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ACACIA

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reduce cholesterol levels

20
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GELATIN

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Gelatinum
- bone strength

21
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TRAGACANTH

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Astragalus
- Shiraz gum
- Thickening agent; used for diarrhea and constipation

22
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PURIFIED COTTON

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Gossypium herbaceum
- Raw cotton
- Wound cleaning and disinfection

23
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AGAR AGAR

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  • Agar agar
  • Used to treat diabetes and constipation