Chapter 5.2 Flashcards

1
Q

what is the nondigestible part of a plant called

A

fibre

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2
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recommended intake of fibre

A

25-38g/day

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3
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difference between soluble vs insoluble

A

soluble: dissolve in water, become gel-like substance, digested by bacteria

insoluble: dont dissolve in water, cannot be fermented by bacteria

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4
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how much calories per gram of fats

A

9kcal/gram

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5
Q

fats absorb what vitames

A

A, D, E, K

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6
Q

which form of fat makes up 95% of body fat

A

triglyceride

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7
Q

which form of fat makes up 5% of body fat

A

cholestrol

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8
Q

the accumulation of cholesterol in the body can cause what?

A

build of plaque causing arteriosclerosis

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9
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saturated vs unsaturated fat

A

not able to hold anymore H, from animals, solid at room temp

room for additional H, from plant/veg oil, liquid at room temp

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10
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what are trans fatty acids

A

polyunsaturated oils hydrogenated to make them more solid (margarine)

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11
Q

which vitamins are fat soluble? water soluble?

A

A, D, E, K.

B & C

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12
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define antioxidants (function, phytochemicals, cartenoids)

A

protects from free radicals
Functional foods: foods for prevention and cure
Phytochemicals: protect against cell, tissue damage Carotenoids: red, orange pigments (fruits and veggies)

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13
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vitamin D

A

bone health (UV Rays)
Sources: milk products and fish

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14
Q

minerals are organic, destructible, and are toxic

t or f

A

f

minerals are inorganic, indestructible, and aid in physiological process

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