Monosaccharides, diasaccharides and polysaccharides
mono, dia, poly
Pregunta 3
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Types of monosaccharides
Respuesta
Glactose, lactose, fructose
Glycogen, glactose, carbon
Fructose, glucose & glactose
Pregunta 4
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Name the diasaccharides
Respuesta
Cellulose
Glucose
Sucrose, lactose & maltose
Pregunta 5
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Name the nine essential amino acids
Respuesta
Histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan and valine
Histidine, dextrin, pectin, helium, starch, valine, methionine, glucose and oxygen
Pregunta 6
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What is the difference between essential and non-essential amino acids?
Respuesta
Essential amino acids= must be included in the diet
Non-essential amino acids= synthesised
Non-essential amino acids are synthesised by the body and do not need to be included in the diet, while essential amino acids are essential to be consumed as the body does not supply these.
Pregunta 7
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Define insoluble fibre
Respuesta
Insoluble fibre absorbs the water and increases the bulk in the stool (soft bulky stools).
Foods rich in insoluble fibre include; wholemeal bread and fibre, wholegrain cereals, pasta and brown rice.
Insoluble fibre slows down the digestion process and the absorption of CHO and so helps blood sugar levels. May reduce blood cholesterol levels and in turn reduces risk of heart disease. Foods rich in insoluble fibre include; oats, peas, beans, lentils and most types of fruits and vegetables.