Sugars M5 Flashcards
What are the three sugar groups?
- Non-milk Extrinsic
- Intrinsic
- Milk Sugars
What contains Non-milk extrinsic sugars?
Cakes, biscuits, chocolates etc.
What contains Intrinsic sugars?
Uncooked fruits and vegetables?
What contains Milk Sugars?
Milk and dairy products. Lactose.
What does COMA stand for?
Committee on Medical Aspects.
What group of sugar does not occur naturally in foods and drinks?
Non-milk extrinsic.
What is the main sugar included in the NME sugar group?
Sucrose
What is the maximum amount of sugar an adult should have in a day?
30g - approx. 7 sugar cubes
What is the maximum amount of sugar a child between 7 and 10 y/o have in a day?
24g - approx. 6 sugar cubes
What is the maximum amount of sugar a child between 4 and 7 y/o have in a day?
19g - approx 5. sugar cubes
What word is used for something that causes caries?
Cariogenic
Which article explains the process of sugar and digestion of sugar?
The Scientific Basis of Oral Health Education
What are the two different types of artificial sweetener?
- Bulk
- Intense
What is the main use for Bulk sweeteners?
add sweetness to confectionary items.
When is it best to chew sugar free gum?
Straight after eating to assist in the pH balance returning to normal
When was the COMA report on Food and nutrition policy disbanded?
2000
What does SACN stand for?
The Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition.
When was SACN set up?
March 2000
What is the purpose of the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN)?
to advise the health departments and food standard agency on matters relating to food, diet and health.
What is Erosion?
wearing away or loss of substance due to acids.
What is the main cause of erosion?
frequent consumption of acidic foods and drinks.