Sugar beet

The articles told us how much sugar a child should have in their diets and their cereals advertise how healthy it is for you and not about the sugars. We found that cereals use different forms of measurements on their nutritional label so it seems like it’s not a lot of sugar. We also defined some definitions that cereals often uses on their nutritional labels. We conclude that a lot of cereals marketed…

Karimi writes that “PJ gains lots of attractions due to its remedial and preventative roles against prostate cancer. Its ability in inhibiting cell growth and inducing apoptosis has been confirmed” (63). Extracts from the fruit also regulates blood sugar levels, reducing body fat mass, and prevent weight gain, thus indirectly lowering cardiovascular risk. High body fat mass leads to a higher risk of ischemic stroke, a common type that is caused by blockage or constriction of the blood…

Indonesia and vast swathes of South east Asia. The fruit rind is known to posses several benefits including powerful antioxidant qualities that can help fight inflammation, beneficial anticancer agent, strong antibacterial substances and balance blood sugar. The other health benefits of Garcinia Mangostana are fighting urinary tract infection, dysentery and…

and nutritive sweeteners (NS). Since NNS is intensely sweet compared to NS, it contains zero calories because little is needed to make a product sweet. For example, saccharin is a NNS and is about 20,000-70,000 times sweeter than sucrose, white sugar. NS contain carbohydrates and calories, which provides energy, and are found in fruits, dairy, and vegetables. NNS do not have the same functions as NS. NS can cause browning, crystallization, and microbial inhibition, but NNS can do very…

What is the most effective pH level of pectinase solution that is used on the average human diet? Since no prior research has been done on this topic, one must delve into the topic of pectinase, how it works, why it’s used so commonly in the apple juice and wine industry, electrolysis, hydrolysis, and the contents of an average human diet, to properly understand the subject. Pectinase, also known as pectic enzyme, is composed of chemicals such as polygalacturonase (C43H67N15O12S2), pectolyase,…

Effect of sugars on starch The effect of saccharides on gelatinization of starch has been observed by many investigators, and the gelatinization characteristics are altered by the sugars addition. The effects of different types of sugars on starch gelatinization depend upon the chain lenght of the sugar. Disaccharides delay gelatinisation more than monosaccharides but maltose is an exception, which acts like a monosaccharide (Dorota Gałkowska, 2008). Sugars have been shown to delay…

Protein and Carbohydrate in Bodybuilding Part 3Carbohydrate Requirements There are two main groups of carbohydrate foods: Starchy Foods Starchy carbohydrate foods are broken down more slowly into glucose than sugary foods, so there is a more gradual absorption into the blood. Examples of starchy foods are bread, breakfast cereals, potatoes, pasta, noodles, rice and biscuits. Starchy carbohydrate foods can be subdivided into high fibre and lower fibre ones. The high fibre ones, like wholemeal…

Obesity, as previously stated is only one among the long list of health problems that arise out of improper snacking practices. Food that consists of high levels of calories from sugar or fat with little fiber, protein, vitamins or minerals are termed as ‘Junk Food’ and increased consumption of junk food among children in particular has led to increased risk in cardiovascular disease, diabetes, weight gain and many further chronic…

The 19th century was a pivotal time for the development of the sugar revolution in Havana Cuba. It marked a time of prosperity for Cuba as it slowly grew into becoming one of the world’s largest sugar producer and exporter country. Before Cuba became the world’s largest sugar producer the country had a struggling economy. However, the Haitian revolution would later change this and allow for Cuba’s sugar industry and economy to flourish. The years 1750 to 1850 holds great importance for Cuba, as…

Thanksgiving Dental Tips It’s that time of year again. The leaves are changing colors, and Thanksgiving is almost here! Who doesn’t love the excuse to gorge themselves on delicious and tantalizing food, all while enjoying the company of family and friends. Thanksgiving surely gives many reasons to be thankful, but did you know that Thanksgiving is one of the worst days for your teeth? This Thanksgiving, eat with your teeth in mind. To help you out, check out our Thanksgiving dental tips to…