Lignans Flashcards
1
Q
What’s do lignans are?
A
- Plant secondary metabolite.
2
Q
Sources of lignans:
A
- Sesame seeds
- Whole grain cereals
- Fruits and vegetables
- Wine, coffee
3
Q
Ezekiel bread
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- 4 different cereal grains
- 2 legumes
4
Q
Benefits of sprouting grains:
A
- Increase healthy nutrientes
- Reduce amount of harmful anti-nutrients
5
Q
Germination process
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- Improve the biological value of proteins
- Increase digestibility of proteins by 64%
6
Q
Lignans health benefits
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- Reduce CV risk (low LDL).
- Antioxidant.
7
Q
Resveratrol and health
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- Prevent CV risk
8
Q
Other effects of resveratrol
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- Prevent cancer
- Neuroprotection
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antioxidant
9
Q
Enterodiol and enterolactone…
A
- Reduce inflammation and oxidative response.
