Nutrition Facts - Kellogg`s Nutrition
... foods (e.g. grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes) that the body cannot digest. Fibres can also be extracted from plant sources and added to other foods. It is important to note that not all fibres are the same; and different fibres have unique health benefits. Typically, fibres are categorized as “so ...
... foods (e.g. grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes) that the body cannot digest. Fibres can also be extracted from plant sources and added to other foods. It is important to note that not all fibres are the same; and different fibres have unique health benefits. Typically, fibres are categorized as “so ...
Effect of whole grains on markers of subclinical
... higher whole-grain intakes generally had a healthier lifestyle, variably characterized by less smoking, lower body mass index (BMI), increased physical activity, increased fruit and vegetable intake, and decreased alcohol, saturated fat, and/or meat intake – not all of which were considered in the b ...
... higher whole-grain intakes generally had a healthier lifestyle, variably characterized by less smoking, lower body mass index (BMI), increased physical activity, increased fruit and vegetable intake, and decreased alcohol, saturated fat, and/or meat intake – not all of which were considered in the b ...
Nutritional and Digestive Challenges to Being a Gum
... flowers, fruits, and exudates all provide food for something but any given animal species generally will feed only on certain parts and will ignore the rest. A tree may have many species visiting it, each feeding on a different tree product. These are obvious statements; the point is that different ...
... flowers, fruits, and exudates all provide food for something but any given animal species generally will feed only on certain parts and will ignore the rest. A tree may have many species visiting it, each feeding on a different tree product. These are obvious statements; the point is that different ...
Types of Dietary Fat and Risk of Coronary Heart Disease: A Critical
... to contribute to the development of CHD. This belief is largely based on ecological studies relating dietary intake of saturated fat and rates of CHD. In the Seven Countries Study [3], intake of saturated fat as a percentage of calories was strongly correlated with coronary death rates across 16 def ...
... to contribute to the development of CHD. This belief is largely based on ecological studies relating dietary intake of saturated fat and rates of CHD. In the Seven Countries Study [3], intake of saturated fat as a percentage of calories was strongly correlated with coronary death rates across 16 def ...
Niacin - Legeforeningen
... amino acids and fatty acids. Dietary sources and intake Preformed niacin occurs in foods such as meat, fish, and pulses. Protein-rich foods also contribute to the niacin intake through conversion from tryptophan. The diet in the Nordic countries provides 30-40 NE/10 MJ (see Chapter XX Dietary intake ...
... amino acids and fatty acids. Dietary sources and intake Preformed niacin occurs in foods such as meat, fish, and pulses. Protein-rich foods also contribute to the niacin intake through conversion from tryptophan. The diet in the Nordic countries provides 30-40 NE/10 MJ (see Chapter XX Dietary intake ...
Diet and Cancer Prevention: The Fiber First Diet
... some cancers, as will be discussed, the contribution of overnutrition relates to specific dietary excesses, while for others such as renal cell cancer (Wolk et al., 1996), a general energy effect appears to be involved. Also, obesity, which reflects excess energy intake, is associated with greater r ...
... some cancers, as will be discussed, the contribution of overnutrition relates to specific dietary excesses, while for others such as renal cell cancer (Wolk et al., 1996), a general energy effect appears to be involved. Also, obesity, which reflects excess energy intake, is associated with greater r ...
Nutritious Value of Avocado
... for infants. Avocados have a delicate flavor and a smooth, creamy consistency which makes them a perfect food for babies... Avocados provide infants with more vitamin BI, B2, niacin, folacin, potassium, and magnesium [per gram] than any of the other frequently recommended fruits and vegetables, [plu ...
... for infants. Avocados have a delicate flavor and a smooth, creamy consistency which makes them a perfect food for babies... Avocados provide infants with more vitamin BI, B2, niacin, folacin, potassium, and magnesium [per gram] than any of the other frequently recommended fruits and vegetables, [plu ...
3b2b_npg_ijo_29_s2_C2 1..1 - Charlotte Erlanson
... fatty acid oxidation compared to lean male subjects consuming high-carbohydrate/low-fat diets habitually.10 It was also found that the low consumer of fat had relatively lower energy expenditure and a lower fat oxidation, suggesting that this group could easily gain weight when consuming high-fat fo ...
... fatty acid oxidation compared to lean male subjects consuming high-carbohydrate/low-fat diets habitually.10 It was also found that the low consumer of fat had relatively lower energy expenditure and a lower fat oxidation, suggesting that this group could easily gain weight when consuming high-fat fo ...
Whole grains and human health
... Many consumers are unaware of the health benefits of whole grains or of the recommendations regarding increased intake. Also, there is much confusion about which products are truly whole grain. The bran portion of a whole grain may be highly coloured and contain stringent, intensely flavoured compound ...
... Many consumers are unaware of the health benefits of whole grains or of the recommendations regarding increased intake. Also, there is much confusion about which products are truly whole grain. The bran portion of a whole grain may be highly coloured and contain stringent, intensely flavoured compound ...
DAILY DIETARY INTAKE OF SELENIUM IN EASTERN CROATIA
... (r=0.51; p= 0.001) (Fig. 6). Selenium concentration in cereals reflects Se content in the soil. There is a wide spectrum of agricultural soil types in eastern Croatia with wheat and corn as the main types of crops grown [49]. However, the most frequent soil types are luvisols, eutric and dystric cam ...
... (r=0.51; p= 0.001) (Fig. 6). Selenium concentration in cereals reflects Se content in the soil. There is a wide spectrum of agricultural soil types in eastern Croatia with wheat and corn as the main types of crops grown [49]. However, the most frequent soil types are luvisols, eutric and dystric cam ...
Whole-grain consumption and risk of coronary heart disease
... and possibly other chronic diseases may well depend on the presence or absence of many constituents and their interactions. However, most of the grain products consumed in the United States are highly refined (3); the bran (outer layer) and germ (inner layer) are separated from the starchy endosperm ...
... and possibly other chronic diseases may well depend on the presence or absence of many constituents and their interactions. However, most of the grain products consumed in the United States are highly refined (3); the bran (outer layer) and germ (inner layer) are separated from the starchy endosperm ...
Chia seeds
... balanced blood sugar levels, which can be helpful in preventing or controlling diabetes. Whole, water-soaked chia seeds can be easily digested and absorbed. This results in rapid transport of chia nutrients to the tissues for use by the cells. Chia also facilitates the growth and regeneration of tis ...
... balanced blood sugar levels, which can be helpful in preventing or controlling diabetes. Whole, water-soaked chia seeds can be easily digested and absorbed. This results in rapid transport of chia nutrients to the tissues for use by the cells. Chia also facilitates the growth and regeneration of tis ...
Digestion & Absorption of Dietary Macronutrients & Fibre
... Glucose is found in small amounts in fruits, vegetables and honey. Free glucose is not found abundantly in natural foods, but is manufactured from starch and sold commercially in a number of proprietary preparations . Fructose is found in fruits, vegetables, and honey. It is present also in invert s ...
... Glucose is found in small amounts in fruits, vegetables and honey. Free glucose is not found abundantly in natural foods, but is manufactured from starch and sold commercially in a number of proprietary preparations . Fructose is found in fruits, vegetables, and honey. It is present also in invert s ...
Effects of Dietary Fats and Butylated
... These experiments substantiate the usefulness of the Ames' mutagenicity testing system in detecting the influence of dietary fat on the hepatic activation of mutagens. This finding is in agreement with the conclusions of Castro ef al. (5), as well as those of Black and Gerguis (3). The current study ...
... These experiments substantiate the usefulness of the Ames' mutagenicity testing system in detecting the influence of dietary fat on the hepatic activation of mutagens. This finding is in agreement with the conclusions of Castro ef al. (5), as well as those of Black and Gerguis (3). The current study ...
Summary of evidence on dietary fats and cardiovascular health
... advertising kits). This does not imply an endorsement or recommendation by the National Heart Foundation of Australia for such third parties’ organisations, products or services, including these parties’ materials or information. Any use of National Heart Foundation of Australia material by another ...
... advertising kits). This does not imply an endorsement or recommendation by the National Heart Foundation of Australia for such third parties’ organisations, products or services, including these parties’ materials or information. Any use of National Heart Foundation of Australia material by another ...
Zinc intake and status in Australian vegetarians
... have a lower morbidity and mortality from a number of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease and some cancers (Dwyer, 1988). These effects may be attributable to diet and to other lifestyle differences. However, there is concern over whether vegetarians, and particularly vegans, have an ...
... have a lower morbidity and mortality from a number of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease and some cancers (Dwyer, 1988). These effects may be attributable to diet and to other lifestyle differences. However, there is concern over whether vegetarians, and particularly vegans, have an ...
Swine: From the Animal`s Point of View 3 / Pig Nutrition: What You
... • Swine are omnivores. Just like people, they eat foods from both plant and animal sources. • A swine’s digestive system is very similar to that of a human. • Swine are monogastric, or simple-stomached, meaning they have only one stomach. • Swine chew food with their incisors and molars and swal ...
... • Swine are omnivores. Just like people, they eat foods from both plant and animal sources. • A swine’s digestive system is very similar to that of a human. • Swine are monogastric, or simple-stomached, meaning they have only one stomach. • Swine chew food with their incisors and molars and swal ...
What you can do to raise your HDL, the "good" cholesterol
... benefit for increasing the "good" cholesterol, HDL. This is very important, since every point of increase in HDL can significantly decrease the risk of heart disease. In an ideal situation, the liver produces cholesterol, which is carried by LDL (the "bad" cholesterol) throughout the body, serving v ...
... benefit for increasing the "good" cholesterol, HDL. This is very important, since every point of increase in HDL can significantly decrease the risk of heart disease. In an ideal situation, the liver produces cholesterol, which is carried by LDL (the "bad" cholesterol) throughout the body, serving v ...
Carbohydrate Consumption and Fatigue
... rich in essential amino acids come from animal products and include chicken, turkey, beef, pork, eggs and dairy products. Plant sources also provide essential amino acids, but are usually lacking at least one of the essential amino acids. Plant sources must be consumed in combination to provide all ...
... rich in essential amino acids come from animal products and include chicken, turkey, beef, pork, eggs and dairy products. Plant sources also provide essential amino acids, but are usually lacking at least one of the essential amino acids. Plant sources must be consumed in combination to provide all ...
Role of polysaccharides in food, digestion, and health
... of dietary carbohydrates, providing almost all of the carbohydrate, and therefore much of the energy, in the adult diet. For example, Subar et al. (1998) list only plant sources as contributing to carbohydrate intake in the US adult diet, accounting for 60% or more of the energy intake. Plant carboh ...
... of dietary carbohydrates, providing almost all of the carbohydrate, and therefore much of the energy, in the adult diet. For example, Subar et al. (1998) list only plant sources as contributing to carbohydrate intake in the US adult diet, accounting for 60% or more of the energy intake. Plant carboh ...
Role of polysaccharides in food, digestion, and
... of dietary carbohydrates, providing almost all of the carbohydrate, and therefore much of the energy, in the adult diet. For example, Subar et al. (1998) list only plant sources as contributing to carbohydrate intake in the US adult diet, accounting for 60% or more of the energy intake. Plant carboh ...
... of dietary carbohydrates, providing almost all of the carbohydrate, and therefore much of the energy, in the adult diet. For example, Subar et al. (1998) list only plant sources as contributing to carbohydrate intake in the US adult diet, accounting for 60% or more of the energy intake. Plant carboh ...
Phytosterols and cardiovascular health
... on plasma cholesterol levels, and that the reduced incorporation of cholesterol into mixed micelles may only partially be responsible for the cholesterol-lowering effect of PS assumed with meals. Plat and Mensink have proposed that PS enter the enterocytes, thereby affecting intestinal lipoprotein m ...
... on plasma cholesterol levels, and that the reduced incorporation of cholesterol into mixed micelles may only partially be responsible for the cholesterol-lowering effect of PS assumed with meals. Plat and Mensink have proposed that PS enter the enterocytes, thereby affecting intestinal lipoprotein m ...
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... has been challenged by numerous studies demonstrating the lack of increased biomarkers associated with risk of CVD and the beneficial effects of daily egg consumption [8–10]. Whole egg consumption studies have not only resulted in the absence of increases in factors associated with CVD risk but also ...
... has been challenged by numerous studies demonstrating the lack of increased biomarkers associated with risk of CVD and the beneficial effects of daily egg consumption [8–10]. Whole egg consumption studies have not only resulted in the absence of increases in factors associated with CVD risk but also ...
An Invitation to Health, 15th ed.
... Unsaturated fats are found primarily in plant products, such as vegetable oil, nuts, and seeds, and in fish. Unsaturated fats tend to lower blood cholesterol levels. Essential fatty acids are two specific types of unsaturated fats that are required in the diet. Trans fats are a type of unsaturated f ...
... Unsaturated fats are found primarily in plant products, such as vegetable oil, nuts, and seeds, and in fish. Unsaturated fats tend to lower blood cholesterol levels. Essential fatty acids are two specific types of unsaturated fats that are required in the diet. Trans fats are a type of unsaturated f ...
Healthiest Foods on Earth
... medical literature, including basic laboratory studies and ongoing human clinical trials. Occasionally, we report on early-stage research, and acknowledge that such findings are incomplete and preliminary. The information in this booklet is not intended to replace expert advice, prescribed medicatio ...
... medical literature, including basic laboratory studies and ongoing human clinical trials. Occasionally, we report on early-stage research, and acknowledge that such findings are incomplete and preliminary. The information in this booklet is not intended to replace expert advice, prescribed medicatio ...