PREPARING CEREALS AND STARCH DISHES Flashcards

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Any of several variously shaped edible preparations made from a flour and water dough, such as spaghetti.

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Pasta

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2
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A white crystalline substance found in animals tissues and various foods.

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Cholesterol

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3
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It’s soft and light

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Fluffy

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4
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This is a fiber-associated compounds found in many plant families and common foods.

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Lignans

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4
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Cholesterol is normally synthesized by the ___________ and important as a constituent of _____________________ and precursor to ______________________.

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liver, cell membrane, steroid hormones

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5
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The highest concentrations of dietary lignans are found in _____________ as ____________________________.

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flaxseed, secoisolariciresinol diglucoside

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6
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A plant-derived chemical that is not considered an essential nutrient in the human diet but it is believed to have beneficial health effects.

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Phytochemical

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7
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The germ, endosperm, and bran is what makes the _____________ very healthy.

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whole grain

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8
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Any numerous substances occurring in plants, that form stable foams with water.

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Saponin

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9
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These are the seeds of certain grasses.

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Grains

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10
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The harvested seed of grasses.

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Grains

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11
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It is any grass cultivated for its edible grain.

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Cereals

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12
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These are grown in greater quantities and provide more food energy worldwide than any other type of crop and are therefore staple crops.

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Cereals

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13
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Types of whole grains (slide 8)

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  • Whole meal or whole grain
  • Breads or crisp breads
  • Dark seed breads
  • Whole grain breakfast cereals
  • Wheat germ
  • Brown rice
  • Puffed whole grains
  • Bulgur
  • Quinoa
  • Couscous
  • Popcorn
  • Oatmeal
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14
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Types of grains (slide 8)

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  • Wheat
  • Barley
  • Oat
  • Rye
  • Corn
  • Rice
  • Millet
  • Triticale
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15
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Types of Cereals (slide 8)

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  • Cake
  • Desserts
  • White bread
  • Pasta
  • Muffins
  • Sweet or savory biscuits
  • Refined grain breakfast cereals
  • White rice
  • Pancakes
  • Waffles
  • Pizza
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16
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A commonly known whole grain with great potential in recipes.

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Wheat

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17
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A hearty grain with a beautiful nutty flavor.

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Barley

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18
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A classic addition to soups and stews.

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Barley

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19
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If you want to pack even more nutrients into recipes that call for barley, opt for __________ or _________________.

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hulled or whole barley

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20
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An extremely versatile item to have in your pantry.

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Oats

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21
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It can be added to sweet and savory meals alike.

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Oats

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22
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A popular gluten-free grain.

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Rice

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23
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It is versatile as a complementary ingredient in a number of dishes across cuisines.

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Rice

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24
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It is higher in fiber, vitamins, and minerals than most whole grains.

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Rye

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25
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Its distinct earthy flavor, along with its high gluten content, make it one of the most favored grains for bread-making.

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Rye

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25
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Corn is rich in ____________, mainly _________ and can be woven into a number of __________.

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antioxidants, vitamin C, recipes

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25
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It has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, becoming many foodies’ go-to side due to its nutritional benefits.

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Quinoa

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26
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A commonly overlooked as a member of the grain family due to many refined corn products.

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Corn

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27
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A great healthy substitute in lieu of other refined grains.

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Quinoa

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28
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The dried, ground, precooked kernels of durum wheat.

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Bulgur

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29
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It is most known for being the main ingredient in Middle Eastern dishes.

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Bulgur

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30
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An ancient Italian whole grain that’s similar in flavor and texture to barley.

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Farro

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31
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Farro is the star of many ____________ dishes such as _____________________.

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Tuscan, hearty zuppa di farro

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32
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Freekeh is a Middle Eastern grain derived from ______________________.

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green durum wheat

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33
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It is harvested when the wheat is younger.

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Freekeh

34
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It dates back to the time of the Aztecs.

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Amaranth

35
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Amaranth became popular recently for its?

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Lack of gluten

36
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9 essential amino acids

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  • Histidine
  • Isoleucine
  • Leucine
  • Lysine
  • Methionine
  • Phenylalanine
  • Tryptophan
  • Threonine
  • Valine
37
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Biosynthesis of proteins

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Histidine

38
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Helps to make hemoglobin

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Isoleucine

39
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Protein synthesis, tissue regeneration, and metabolism

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Leucine

40
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For proper growth, and a nutrient responsible for converting fatty acids into energy and helping lower cholesterol.

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Lysine

41
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Help protect the body from damage caused by ionizing radiation.

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Methionine

42
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It may detoxify harmful substances in the body.

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Methionine

43
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Improve memory and learning ability.

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Phenylalanine

44
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Help to make melatonin and serotonin.

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Tryptophan

45
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Helps maintain the proper protein balance in the body.

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Threonine

46
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Helps stimulate muscle growth and regeneration and energy production.

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Valine

47
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An ancient grain commonly found and used in German cuisine.

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Spelt

48
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It closely resembles farro and can be used in recipes that would typically call for it.

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Spelt

49
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These are small, triangular that deliver a nutty, bitter flavor along with antioxidants and fatty acids.

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Buckwheat

49
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A gluten-free millet grain can be found in __________, _______, __________, or ________ varieties.

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yellow, red, white, or grey

50
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_________________ before you cook it completely bring out the flavor of the grain and add more depth to your recipes.

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Toasting millet

50
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It is common in Indian dishes.

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Millet

51
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It can be milled into flour for baked goods, though it is not ideal for bread.

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Buckwheat

52
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Khorasan’s other term

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kamut

52
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A grain derived from Egypt that is high in vitamin E and protein.

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Khorasan

53
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It is the main part of the grain.

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Endosperm

54
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It is the outer layer of the grain.

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Bran

55
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It is the smallest part of the grain.

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Germ

56
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Why do we need to eat more whole grain foods? (3)

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  • Fuel for the body
  • Fuel for the mind
  • Early disease prevention
57
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Benefits of whole grain cereals

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  • Low in saturated fat, but is a source of polyunsaturated fats
  • Cholesterol-free
  • High in both soluble and insoluble fiber, and resistant starch
  • An excellent source of carbohydrates
  • Significant source of protein
  • good source of b-group vitamins
  • source of many minerals
  • good source of antioxidants
58
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5 protective chemicals in whole grains

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  • Lignans
  • Phytic acid
  • Saponins, Phytosterols, Squalene, Oryzanol, and Tocotrienols
  • Phenolic compounds
  • Phytosterols
59
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These can lower the risk of coronary heart disease, and slow or turn back cancers in animals.

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Lignans

60
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It reduces the GI of food, which is important for people with diabetes.

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Phytic acid

61
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These have been found to lower blood cholesterol.

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Saponins, Phytosterols, Squalene, Oryzanol, and Tocotrienols

62
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These have antioxidant effects.

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Phenolic compounds

63
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These are compounds found naturally in plants that are structurally similar to cholesterol.

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Phytosterols

64
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An odorless, tasteless, white substance occurring widely in plant tissues and obtained chiefly from cereals and potatoes.

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Starch

65
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It usually involve cutting out most starchy foods.

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Low-carb diets

66
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Starchy foods such as potatoes, bread, cereals, rice, and pasta should make up about _____ of the food you eat.

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1/3

67
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Starch contains (4):

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fiber
calcium
iron
B-vitamins

68
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It is only found in foods that come from plants.

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Fiber

69
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The body cannot digest this type of fiber so it passes through the gut and helps other food to move through the gut more easily.

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Insoluble fiber

69
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It is a type of fiber that can be partly digested and may help reduce the amount of cholesterol in the blood.

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Soluble fiber

70
Q

It is perfect as a warming breakfast.

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Porridge

71
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Try _____________ for lunch, and eat its skin for even more fiber.

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Jacket potato

71
Q

It makes a very tasty rice salad.

A

Brown rice

72
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4 types of starchy foods

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  • Potatoes
  • Rice and grains
  • Bread
  • Pasta
73
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These are great choice of starchy food, and a good source of energy, fiber, vitamins, and potassium.

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Potatoes

74
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These are an excellent choice of starchy food.

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Rice and grains

75
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They are low in fat, good value for money, and give energy to the body.

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Rice and grains

76
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Rice and grains also contains:

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  • Protein
  • Fiber
  • B-vitamins
77
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This is a healthy choice to eat especially whole, granary, brown meal, and seeded varieties as part of a balanced diet.

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Bread

78
Q

Pasta consists of dough made from __________, _________, __________ and contains _________ and __________, as well as a small amount of ___________.

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durum, wheat, water, iron, B-vitamins, sodium

79
Q

This expiration date indicates that you’ve got until the end of this date to use or freeze the food before it becomes to risky to eat.

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Use by

80
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This expiration date indicates that you can eat the food past this date but it might not be at its best quality.

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Best before