Functional Foods

Question 1

functional foods

Answer 1

AKA Nutraceuticals
Are ingredients that offer health benefits that extend beyond their nutritional value
Some contain added ingredients or supplements to improve health
Examples include
Fruits
Antioxidants
Vegetables
Antioxidants
Nuts
Seeds
Grains
Oats
Fibre called beta glucan
Reduce inflammation
Improve health

Question 2

two categories

Answer 2

conventional
modified

Question 3

conventional func foods

Answer 3

These are natural, whole food ingredients that are rich in important nutrients
Vitamins
Minerals
Phytochemicals
Heart-healthy fats
Eg
fruits
vegetables
nuts
seeds
legumes
whole grains
seafood
fermented foods
herbs and spices
beverages

Question 4

modified func foods

Answer 4

These have been fortified with additional ingredients to increase a foods health benefits
Vitamins
Minerals
Probiotics
Fibre
Eg
Fortified juices
Orange juice with added vitamin C
Fortified dairy products
Milk with added calcium, vitamin D or omega-3 fatty acids
Margarine with added plant sterols
Fortified grains
Mandatory fortification of bread flour with folic acid and iodine
Fortified cereals
Added B1, B2, B3, calcium or iron
Fortified eggs
Added vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids

Question 5

fortified foods

Answer 5

Foods that have an added ingredient which provides health benefits
Eg
Cereals have added B vitamins
Orange juice has added vitamin C