Vitamin C

The objective of the lab was to find the calorie content of Cheetos and marshmallows. To do this we needed to use a calorimeter. The hypothesis was that Cheetos would have more calories because they have more fat in them. The Cheetos and marshmallows were lit and put in an oatmeal can calorimeter. The temputure change in the water leads to finding the calories in food. Cheetos had about 3x the amount of calories at 1.66 calories per gram compared to marshmallows 0.57 calories per gram. With this…

Researchers estimate that about 15 million people have food allergies. An allergy is an abnormal immune reaction. Some reactions may cause hives, others, may be more serious, such as, antiepileptic shock. One of the most common allergies is from food. The majority of food allergies is activated by certain proteins in, shellfish, such as; shrimp, lobster, and crab. Tree nuts such as; peanuts, walnuts, pecans. Other foods that may cause an allergic reaction are; fish, eggs, and wheat. Food…

You may have seen these controversial flaxseeds quite often whenever you shop in the market. Perhaps you may be wondering why people purchase them or what its purpose is. Well, there are upsides to flaxseed consumption, particularly with regards to its nutritional value. Here are a few of the benefits of adding these babies to your diet: Decreases Craving and Relieves Constipation Flaxseeds are efficient in relieving constipation since these are mostly dietary fiber. Such nutrients aid in…

which to create. Just remember to know the nutrient content from each source and enjoy the rainbow. When juicing with leafy greens such as kale or chard, consider adding cucumber to balance out the flavors. Cucumbers also have a ton of nutrients and vitamins in them which are super healthy for you, so they're a great addition to any juice. Throw in a fruit for sweetness and you'll have one heck of a nutritious but tasty drink! Juicing your fruits and vegetables offers a quick, easy, and…

Creatine is composed of three amino acids - arginine, glycine and methionine. These amino acids can be synthesized in the liver to produce creatine. It is also possible to ingest creatine from dietary meat sources, although vegetarians and vegans tend to have lower creatine stores due to lack of eating meat. creatine supplements today are not derived from meat, however; they are synthesized in the laboratories of three amino acids to produce a simple powder, creatine format. The male with an…

Avocado is a very nutrient dense fruit, which is grown in warm climates and enjoyed by many people. It is a very versatile fruit, being used in dips, as a substitute for butter, or even made into pie. The versatility of avocado makes it easy to incorporate into a diet, and thus makes it easy to take advantage of the many health benefits of avocado. These benefits may include: maintenance of healthy cholesterol levels, reduced risk of cancer and eye disease, improved digestion, and many others…

Zinc is a trace mineral that is necessary for growth, healing, and overall health. It helps more than 100 enzyme systems. It is used in metabolic reactions in cells. Zinc aids in immune system function, the growth of bone, teeth, and connective tissue, and gene regulation. Meat, fish, and poultry contain the best-absorbed form of zinc. However, fortified cereals and legumes also contain zinc. Zinc can also be consumed by taking a supplement. A deficiency in zinc can cause growth…

Selenium is a trace mineral, one of the essential minerals found in minute amounts in the body. Our body needs selenium to perform several functions. Selenium works closely with vitamin E in some of its metabolic actions and in the promotion of normal body growth and fertility. It protects the immune system by preventing the formation of free radicals, which can damage the body. Selenium is a natural antioxidant and appears to preserve the elasticity of tissue by delaying oxidation of…

This paper explores the published articles that report on results from research conducted on the central nutrients influence for child’s brain development and function during pregnancy and after birth as well as how it is affect to their adulthood. Brain development begins prenatally and continues through school age. It begins with the formation of brain cells, followed by cell migration and differentiation, and the development of synapses to enable cells to communicate with one another. Myelin…

Nora is snowed in a remote mountain range for the winter and needs a strategy to enable her to survive the longest. There are peaches, wheat, and hens; Nora is able to eat all of these, though the hen is able to eat the peaches and the wheat. If Nora eats a mixture of peaches, wheat porridge, eggs, feeding the hens well to keep the eggs coming until all the hens die, this would enable her to survive the longest. When studying the different food chains and information about the organisms in…