Non-nutrients Flashcards
Probiotics food sources
Yogurt, soy sauce, salami
Antioxidants functions
Prevention/postponing cancer, heart disease, aging and arthritis
Antioxidants food sources
Berries, red wine, whole grain cereals, tea, fruit/veg
Antioxidants definition
Compounds that naturally occur in plant foods
Scavengers of substances called free radicals that cause damage to cells
Complement body’s defense system
Probiotics definition
Bacteria which, on digestion, enhance effectiveness of intestinal bacteria
Phytoestrogens definition
Plant forms of oestrogens that have chemical properties and function similar to the human hormone oestrogen. Not identical in effect
Phytoestrogens functions
Reducing symptoms of menopause
Prevent osteoporosis
Decrease risk of heart disease
Reduce risk of hormone related cancers eg breast/prostate cancer
Phytoestrogens food sources
Soy beans, tofu, soy and linseed bread
Probiotics functions
Aid gastro-intestinal disorders such as diarrhea constipation and inflammatory bowel disease
