Fatty acids

Nonessential amino acids are synthesized in the body from essential amino acids through a process called transamination (Pedersen et al., 2013, pg. 2). Healthy proteins are considered complete protein sources which supply all the necessary essential amino acids the body needs to survive. Foods that are considered healthy proteins are meat, poultry, eggs, legumes and dairy products (Pedersen…

efficiency energy (g protein/MJ), it is found that the more protein intake the less efficient. Another choice he suggests is the consumption of fish. Most health agencies recommend the consumption of fish because of its Omega-3 fatty acid. Since these are polyunsaturated fatty acids, it contains at least two double bonds which makes them more flexible, simple and interactive, which we studied earlier in grade 12 biology. The Omega-3 fish fat is good for brain, bowls, nerves and generally good…

Camu powder benefits is another little anti-aging helper. This stuff is very popular for its vitamin C content. In fact, it has more vitamin C than any other food on the planet. It makes the perfect addition to a smoothie, breakfast cereal, porridge, or yoghurt. The benefits of Camu Camu powder can even be used on your skin. Mix with a bit of honey, yoghurt and apply to your face and neck. Or, mix the powder with an egg white and honey as I do. I usually alternate between Camu and raw cacao…

During this assignment I am going to record my protein intake for my 3 day diet analysis. I am going to document the foods that gave me most protein during my 3 day analysis. On day 1 I had Scrambled Eggs with Milk and Butter which contained 18.28 grams of protein, frozen pepperoni pizza with 16.37 grams, and a hot dog wiener with 6.98 grams of protein. On day 2 I had an Ensure plus with 13 grams of protein, and fried vegetable rice with 8.13 grams of protein. On day 3 I had a hot pocket with…

Excerpts Badam rogan is oil extracted from almonds. The common type used world over is sweet almond oil. Almond oil is rich with fatty acids and vitamins. It enriches and rejuvenates skin and hair. Filled with omega -6 fatty acids it has beneficial effects on cardiovascular system. Overview Badam rogan commonly known as almond oil is extracted from almonds. Sweet almond oil is the widely used variety, both externally and internally. Badam rogan is popular for its beneficial effects on skin…

Omega-3 fatty acids have the first double bond on the third carbon counting from the carbon in the methyl end. These are essential fatty acids (our body can’t produce them). Alpha-linolenic is an example of omega-3 fatty acid. • Omega-6 fatty acids have the first double bond on the sixth carbon counting from the carbon in the methyl end. These are essential fatty acids, because our body cannot produce…

Demonized It was just a generation ago when people believed that coconut oil should be blacklisted, because it was loaded with “heart-harming” saturated fats. It’s one of those that have high levels of “bad” fat with about 90% calories as saturated fatty acids. While coconut oil saturated fat was criticized by some biased yet highly influential scientists, new studies prove that we got it wrong back then. Saturated fat is not associated with heart disease. In addition, populations who eat…

Well, there is some truth to that especially if you’re taking in the wrong fats. However, your body needs fat but the fats need to be healthy fats such as omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s are important for maintaining proper cell membrane function in every cell of the body and is particularly important for brain and heart. Most people don’t get enough omega-3s simply because they are eating fast foods and animal products…

As earlier stated, breakfast is a critic daily meal after a catabolic overnight fast. Balanced breakfast every morning helps to regulate energy balance, blood sugar and control late day cravings that can lead to overfeeding on processed high sugar foods and high fat. The idea of very a small feeding or nothing at all in the morning should change. Later in the day, the bulk of the total dietary energy is distributed. This means that the hourly energy balance is hugely negative in the morning…

Fatty acids and oil are organic substances, which are composed of carbon, oxygen and hydrogen. When carbon, oxygen and hydrogen are chemically combined with a carboxyl group, a long chain is formed, called as fatty acids. Alternatively, when fats react with water, they break into fatty acids and glycerin. Three chains of fatty acids when react with glycerol molecule, they combine to form triglycerides. Molecules of triglyceride are the basis of fats and oil. The difference in their chemical…