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Week 6 Flashcards

1
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What are Amino Acids made up of?

A

Hydrogen
Carbon
Nitrogen
Oxygen

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What is a “Primary Substance?”

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Protein

All tissues of the body are build and repaired with protein. Amino acids are the building blocks and are key factors in most of the processes and functions of the body ie. the immune system, hormones, enzymes

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What happens if you are lacking a specific amino acid?

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Your body will break down tissues/muscles to compensate for the deficiency.

They act as a buffer for normal PH so if an imbalance there is fatigue and over acidity

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Signs of Protein Def?

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  1. Body tissues deteriorate, leading to hemorrhoids, weak muscles/nails, hair loss, lack of energy and strength
  2. Mental concentration and emotional stability degenerate
  3. Immune response suffers, leading to allergies and infections
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5
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Protein Requirements

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The WHO standards are 5% of calorie intake

0.36 grams per pound of body weight

Example: 135lb person X .36 = 49 Grams

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6
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What percentage of fat makes up our diet?

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30-40%

Health Organizations recommend 20%

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7
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Fat consumption benefits in TCM according to Pitchford

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Supports Yin
Creates sense of security
Slowing/Grounding influence
Heaviness

  1. Fats build tissues
  2. Enhance the fluid metabolism
  3. Direct nutrients into the nervous system
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8
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Who should avoid excess use of fats/oils?

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Overweight
Slow
Mentally or emotionally heavy
Materialistic
Overheated
Damp Symptoms

Doesn’t apply to use of Omega 3’s and GLA oils

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9
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What health conditions are created from a high fat diet?

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Tumors
Cancer
Obesity
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Gallbladder/Liver Disorders
Degenerative Conditions
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10
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Whats one of the best and most trusted oils to use?

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Olive Oil

First Grade = Extra Virgin
Second Grade = Fine Virgin
Third Grade = Current Virgin

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11
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What are Essential Fatty Acids

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Fat chains that human cells can’t readily synthesize but are needed for proper functioning

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Two Essential Fatty Acids

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  1. Linoleic Acid

2. Alpha-Linolenic Acid

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13
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Whats a Third Essential Fatty Acid thats usually in Excess?

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Arachidonic Acid is a third FA that most people have in Excess

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14
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What are the components of Fatty Acids?

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Components of fat that define their flavor, texture and melting points

All Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids

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15
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What remains a liquid even under refrigeration?

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Polyunsaturates: Corn oil or Soy Oil

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16
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What begins to Solidify?

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Mono Saturates: Olive Oil

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17
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Whats one of the best food sources for essential fatty acid def

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Flax seed and its freshly pressed oil because they contain:

  1. EFA’s
  2. Alpha Linolenic Acid (Omega 3)
  3. Non- Rancid Linoleic Acid (Omega 6)
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18
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Food sources of Omega 6 and PGE2

Arachidonic Acid

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Animal Meats
Dairy
Eggs
Peanuts
Nori Seaweed
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19
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Food sources of Omega 6 and PGE 1

Linoleic Acid

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Nuts
Seeds
Grains
Legumes
Most Veggies/Fruits
Animal Products
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20
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Food Sources of Omega 6 and PGE1

Gamma-Linolenic Acid

A 
Mother's milk
Spirulina
Evening Primrose Oil
Black Currant
Seeds of maple and sycamore trees
21
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Food Sources of Omega 3 and PGE 3

Alpha Linolenic Acid

A 
Flax Seeds
Chia Seeds
Pumpkin Seeds
Walnuts
Soy Products
Dark Greens

Cold climate crops contain more ALA

22
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Food Sources of Omega 3 and PGE3

EPA/DHA

A

Fish such as salmon, sardine, tuna, lake trout, eel, anchovy
Mothers Milk
Most Snakes

23
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What are some GLA blocking factors?

A 
Aspirin
Aging
Trans-fatty acids: margarine, shortening
Alcohol/Tobacco
Radiation 
Saturated fats and Cholesterol
Excess Arachidonic Acid (Excessive meat intake)
Deficiency of B3, B6, Vit C, Vit E, Zinc, Magnesium
24
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Two types of Omega 3’s?

A

EPA- Eicosapentaenoic Acid

DHA- Docohexaenoic Acid

Plentiful in Fish

25
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Benefits of EPA’s

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  1. Clean the circulatory system of Cholesterol and Fat Deposits
Reduce Blood Viscosity
Lower Lipid Levels
Reduce Clotting
Lower Blood Pressure
Help prevent Ischemia
26
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Benefits of DHA

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Major structural component of the brain
Found in the Retina of the eye and sperm

Essential to brain development and growth increasing your learning ability

27
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What are Prostaglandins

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Essential Fatty Acids that convert into a hormone like substance.

Play a role in regulation and function of every organ and cell in the human body

28
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What family is the most relevant of the PG’s (Prostaglandins)

A

E Family:

Gamma Linoleic Acid (GLA) ~ FA synthesized to linoleic acid converts
into PGE 1

Alpha Linolenic Acid ~ Transforms into DHA/EPA and converts into
PGE3

29
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Benefits of PGE1/PGE3

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  1. Regulates brain function and nerve impulses
  2. Proper functioning of the immune system
  3. Promotes cancer cell reversal
  4. Anti-inflammatory
  5. Regulates insulin
  6. Speeds up metabolism
  7. Protects again various forms of heart and vascular disease
  8. Alleviates Dry Eyes
  9. Reduces cravings for alcohol
30
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How is MS affected by PGE?

A

Linoleic Acid isn’t converted to PGE 1

31
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What conditions can a deficient PGE 1 cause?

A 
Brittle Nails
PMS
Cystic Mastitis
Hyperactivity in children
Prostate problems
32
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Whats another name for PGE 2?

A

Arachidonic Acid (AA)

33
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What do excess PGE 2 cause?

A

Pain
Inflammation
Encourage blood to clot

34
Q

What substance does AA release into the body?

A

Leukotrienes - Heal wounds and injuries

35
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What do excess Leukotrienes cause?

A 
Breast lumps
Inflammations ie. Arthritis 
Cancer
Tumours
Asthma
Dermatitis
Rhinitis
Psoriasis
Lupus

Rheumatoid Arthritis is considered a direct result of excess Leukotrines

36
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What western medication blocks PGE2?

A

Aspirin * Also blocks PGE 1 so good for heart conditions*

Steroid Drugs

37
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What happens when ingesting large amounts of sugar?

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Anemia
Heart Disease
High Blood Pressure
Diabetes
Hypoglycaemia
Immune Def
Tooth Decay
Bone Loss
Loss of memory
Yeast Infections
Weakens the mind: shyness, nervousness, neg thoughts
38
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Benefits of Ginger

A 
Break down high protein foods such as meats and beans
Nausea/Vomiting
Morning Sickness
Menstrual Cramps
Bronchitis
Aches/Spasms

Shouldn’t be used if heat is present

39
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How many amino acids are there and how many are Essential?

A

20 Amino Acids

10 Essential

40
Q

Advice for cutting out Sweets

A
  1. Avoid Natural Sweeteners
  2. Sweeten desserts with fruit, stevia, cane sugar etc
  3. Eat sweet veggies: beets, potatoes, parsnips
  4. Balance your meat intake with salad, mushrooms, radishes
  5. Eat something sour, pungent to diminish cravings
  6. Prepare meals at home
  7. Read labels
  8. Reduce sugar intake slowly.
41
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Whats a great veggie for sugar cravings?

A

Raw Carrots

42
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Benefits for decreasing your sugar intake?

A
  1. Higher spirits
  2. Emotional Stability
  3. Improved memory and speech
  4. Restful sleep and dreams
  5. Fewer colds and dental problems
  6. More endurance and concentration
  7. Better health in general
43
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Turmeric

A

warming and bitter

  1. Good for menstrual cramps
  2. Increases ligament flexibility
  3. Reduce uterine tumours
  4. Dissolve gallstones

Is in curcumin which has anti inflammatory and antioxidant properties

44
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Garlic and Cayenne

A

Good for exterior conditions such as cold

45
Q

What is the highest botanic source of Vit C?

A

Cayenne

46
Q

3 slices good for flatulence?

A

Coriander
Cumin
Ginger

47
Q

What’s good to lighten up dark beans and heavy sauces?

A

Green leafy spices:

Oregano, basil, thyme,bay

48
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What are expansive, drying, warming spices?

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Cinnamon
Cloves
Coriander
Nutmeg
Ginger
Cardamom
  • reinforce the aspects of sweet foods while reducing their moistening aspects*

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