Cereals and Starch Dishes

Question 1

it is a commonly known whole grain with great potential in recipes

Answer 1

wheat

Question 2

a hearty grain with a beautiful nutty flavor, it is a classical addition to soup and stews

Answer 2

barley

Question 3

it is an extremely versatile item to have in your pantry

Answer 3

oats

Question 4

it is a popular gluten-free grain

Answer 4

rice

Question 5

it is higher in fiber, vitamins, and minerals than most other whole grains and its distinct earthy flavor

Answer 5

rye

Question 6

it is commonly overlooked as a member of the grain family due to many refined corn productsa

Answer 6

corn

Question 7

it is a great healthy substitute in lieu of other refined grains

Answer 7

quinoa

Question 8

it is the dried, ground, precooked kernels of durum wheat and is most known for being the main ingredient in middle eastern dishes

Answer 8

bulgur

Question 9

it is an ancient italian whole grain that is similar in flavor and texture to barley

Answer 9

farro

Question 10

it is another middle eastern grain derived from green durum wheat

Answer 10

freekeh

Question 11

it contains all nine essential amino acids

Answer 11

amaranth

Question 12

it is an ancient grain commonly found and used in german cuisine

Answer 12

spelt

Question 13

this can be found in yellow, red, white or grey varieties

Answer 13

millet

Question 14

a small, triangular seeds that delivers a nutty, bitter flavor along with antioxidants and fatty acids.

Answer 14

buckwheat

Question 15

also known as kamut

Answer 15

khorasan

Question 16

9 essential amino acids

Answer 16

histidine
isoleucine
leucine
lysine
methionine
phenylalanine
tryptophan
threonine
valine

Question 17

biosynthesis of proteins

Answer 17

histidine

Question 18

helps to make hemoglobin

Answer 18

isoleucine

Question 19

protein synthesis, tissue regeneration and metabolism

Answer 19

leucine

Question 20

for proper growth

Answer 20

lysine

Question 21

helps protect the body from damage caused by ionizing radiation

Answer 21

methionine

Question 22

improve memory and learning ability

Answer 22

phenylalanine

Question 23

helps make melatonineand serotonin

Answer 23

tryptophan

Question 24

helps maintain the proper protein balance in the body

Answer 24

threonine

Question 25

helps stimulate muscle growth and regeneration and energy production

Answer 25

valine

Question 26

these can lower the risk of coronary heart disease

Answer 26

lignans

Question 27

it reduces the glycemic index of food which is important for people with diabetes

Answer 27

phytic acid

Question 28

it is an odorless, tasteless, white substance occurring widely in plant tissues and obtained chiefly from cereals and potatoes

Answer 28

starch

Question 29

2 types of fiber

Answer 29

insoluble fiber soluble fiber

Question 30

the body cannot digest this type of fiber

Answer 30

insoluble fiber

Question 31

this type of fiber can be partly digested and may help reduce the amount of cholesterol in the blood

Answer 31

soluble fiber