Nutritional value, components and types of cereals and starch Flashcards
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any of several variously shaped edible preparations made from a flour and water dough, such as spaghetti
pasta
a white crystalline substance found in animal tissues and various foods
cholesterol
are fiber-associated compounds found in many plants families and common foods, including grains, nuts, seeds, vegetables, and drinks such as tea, coffee or wine
lignans
a plant-derived chemical that is not considered an essential nutrient in the human diet but it is believed to have beneficial health effects
phytochemical
any of numerous substances, occuring in plants, that form stable foams with water
saponin
these are the seeds of certain grasses, the most important of which are wheat, oats, rice, barley, corn, rye and buckwheat
grains
the germ, bran, and endosperm makes it whole
whole grains
any grass cultivated for its edible grain
cereals
commonly known whole grains with great potential in recipes
wheat
a hearty grain with a beautiful nutty flavor. It is a classic addition to soups and stews
barley
An extremely versatile
item to have in your
pantry, can be
added to sweet and
savory meals alike.
oats
A popular gluten-free
grain
rice
it is higher in fiber, vitamins and minerals than most other whole grains and its distinct earthy flavor, along with
its high gluten content, make it one of the most favored grains for bread-making.
rye
it is rich in antioxidants, mainly vitamin C and can be woven into a number of recipes
corn
it is a great healthy substitute in lieu of other refined grains, as it’s high in fiber, protein, essential amino acids and iron.
quinoa
it is the dried, ground, precooked kernels of durum wheat and is most known for bein the main ingredient in middle eastern dishes
bulgur
is an ancient Italian whole grain that’s similar in flavor and texture to barley.
Farro
it is another Middle Eastern grain derived from green durum wheat. It is harvested when the wheat is younger
Freekeh
it contains all nine essential amino acids
Amaranth
9 essential amino acids
- Histidine
- Isoleucine
- Leucine
- Lysine
- Methionine
- Phenylalanine
- Tryptophan
- Threonine
- Valine
biosynthesis of proteins
Histidine
helps to make hemoglobin
isoleucine
protein synthesis, tissue regeneration and metabolism
leucine