Topic 4 Flashcards
Monosaccharides
simple sugar
Disaccharides
Simple sugar
Polysaccharides
Complex sugar
How many total amino acids are there?
20
How many essential amino acids are there?
9
Complete protein
Contains all essential amino acids
High quality protein
Complete (contains all essential) and with correct proportions
What else are fats called?
Lipids
4 types of fat
1) saturated (bad)
2) monounsaturated
3) polyunsaturated
4) trans fatty acids (bad)
What are the two water soluble vitamins?
B & C
Fat soluble Vitamins
A, D, E, K
Antioxidants
C, E, and beta-carotene
- prevent the effects of free radicals (unstable atoms that damage cells)
What’re minerals
Inorganic compounds for proper cell function
Calcium is crucial for
Bone development
What is the purpose of fiber and where is it found?
GI function and in plant based foods