Essays on Carbohydrates

1. Exercising regularly is good for health. However, one should not be erratic about it i.e. one should have a plan and stick to it. Fitness also includes the food intake. One should have a balanced diet that gives all nutrients in the correct proportion. Exercise and food together lead to a healthy body. At times an overweight person will not be prepared to expose himself to others in a fitness centre. However, one should realise that it is to change this very situation that one need to keep oneself fit. As a result, one becomes more confident about ...

The health-conscious individuals tend to concern about the right amount of calorie intake, followed by lean meat, minerals and vitamins. However, the individuals with athletic objectives tend to use additional “supplements” to boost their energy to perform better ensure consistency in their performance. Researchers have indicated that the diet enriched with carbohydrates helps in increasing the extent of performance than the diet that is enriched with protein and fat content (Noakes, 2003). Carbohydrates help in developing sugar storage and helps in reducing the extent of hypoglycemia during the exercise. The carbohydrate intake in the pre-exercise phase can help in ...

Today’s world is all about time and everyone tries to make the best of what they have. Often it is done by sacrificing time for other “unimportant” things like sleep, rest and especially food. Nowadays everyone can go and buy a hot dog or a hamburger and not be hungry for a while, but this type of habit is not really healthy and may result in different kind of diseases and obesity. The main ingredients are semi-processed goods and different kinds of sauces. They contain a lot of trans fats and carbohydrates – the elements that are not very ...

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This document is a project proposal for the development of starch-based hemostatic products. Acknowledgement. Much thanks to the project supervisor who offered guidance in every step of the development of this proposal. Developing starch based hemostatic products Project summary. Purpose: This proposal is envisioned to develop a hemostatic agent from purified plant starch. In this case, the product of the reaction should be developed by the formation of microporous hemosphere particles after etherification, esterification and crosslinking of glucose molecules to form ethyl propanetriol (glycerol-ether links (1-3 deoxy propanol)). The second intention of this study is to investigate the properties ...

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Abstract

Regretfully, diagnosis of diabetes is very common nowadays. Diabetes has become a worldwide epidemic and one of the leading causes of premature morbidity and mortality because it often leads to amputation of limbs, loss of sight, kidney failure and provokes cardiovascular disease. However, it is not that hard to suspect a high risk of developing diabetes or the disease itself before the analysis of blood sugar levels. Many of the signs of diabetes are visible to the naked eye. Paying attention to them in timely manner can avoid the severe consequences of the disease. Patients with diabetes can lead ...

Percentage of fat the athlete’s diet

Fat is a fundamental source of energy for the body. Importantly, fat provides approximately nine calories per gram which makes it a dense macronutrient. In strenuous athletic activities that last for about 6 hours, fats can offer about 60 to 70 percent of the energy required (Clifford & Maloney, 2011). Fats consumption in a diet of an athlete should be less than 30% of calories. Since athletes need a lot of energy, it is good to retain their fat intake at sufficient levels. However, depending on the activity, the athlete can decide to keep their fat intake at a minimum ...

Generally, I try to eat quite healthily, which means that I spend a lot of time preparing and planning for meals. Over the course of the three days that I recorded my food, I ate a macronutrient balance that was low on carbohydrates on purpose. I am quite precise with my diet, and I try not to deviate from my daily routine too much. The following chart shows my daily intake for three days—there is not much deviation on a day to day basis of the things that I eat and the way that I prepare my meals ...

Diets with the least environmental impact - Carbon is the main component of the building blocks of living organisms which are carbohydrates, proteins, and vitamins. The composition of carbon in the three biomolecules is relatively comparable, but carbohydrates have a higher composition of oxygen occupying about 50% of the carbohydrate molecule while proteins have higher concentrations of nitrogen due to the amino acid building blocks. The animal kingdom has the highest concentration of proteins as their building blocks while the plant kingdom is basically made up of carbohydrates. There are three main diets in the world with many other ...

If to speak about the nutrition problems of this patient, firstly, it is the exceeding number of calories and fats. For his 24 hours recall, the number of calories is 3714, fats - 156, proteins - 117, carbohydrates - 442. This diet does not resemble a diet of a man with some health problems, because there is too much junk food, and almost no healthy food. There are no fruits and vegetables in the menu, no diary products except one glass of milk, however, too much harmful food, such as fries, pizza, cola, and cheeseburger. For a man of ...

Recorded Intake of Protein, Carbohydrates, and Lipids

When recording my food intake within the spreadsheet, one element that was evident during the recording process was that some of the foods overlapped with regard to the macronutrients that they offer. Thus, this means that some of the foods had the capacity of offering all the macronutrients, as per the expectations in reaching my Daily Recommended Intake (DRI). From the records, the foods that provided proteins included Wendy's Go Wrap, caramel corn, hamburger, Large double patty, with condiments and vegetables, eggs, Quaker rice cakes, Bob Evans chicken tender, and Taco Bell Chalupa Supreme Chicken. The foods that provided ...

Turning Around Obesity Epidemic

The number of people who are overweight is outnumbering those with healthy weight in most of the societies. The rate of growth of obese people is increasing at alarming proportions in many countries. The problem is seen in not only adults, but also in children. The healthy weight for a person is estimated by a parameter called Body Mass Index (BMI). It is the ratio of a person’s weight in kilograms and the square of his/her height in meters. The BMI not exceeding twenty five is considered as healthy. If the BMI is above twenty five, the person ...

Obesity is becoming a national epidemic. Over one-third of American adults, and seventeen percent of adolescents and children are currently classified as obese (Ogden et al., 2014). Studies have shown that being overweight leads to an increased rate of mortality from all causes (McTigue et al., 2006). To help combat this epidemic, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released a pamphlet that can be used as a guide to make healthy eating choices and what an average meal should look like throughout the day (United States Department of Agriculture, 2015). The USDA has also released a website to ...

Information can be represented through various ways; scientists have undertaken research studies and experiments and published their findings in different scientific journals or databases. Similarly, individuals with little or no scientific knowledge have developed an interest in research. They have increasingly adapted and interpreted scientific research articles so as to meet the demands of the layman. In this paper, a comparative analysis of a scientific research article and its adaptation is presented so as to determine the difference in the ways in which information is presented in each. The scientific article Cashew apple juice supplementation enhanced fat utilization during ...

Biomolecules serve different functions in a cell. The three major classes of biomolecules in the cell are: proteins, nuclei acids and carbohydrates. These molecular structures serve nearly similar functions in most organisms. Though the function of protein in forming cell architecture, signaling and communication is well known, little is known about the role of carbohydrate in communication. Nevertheless, it goes un-denying that carbohydrates are indispensable for cellular communication and signaling, just like proteins and nucleic acids. The paper titled, Carbohydrates in Cell Recognition, by the authors Nathan Sharon and Halina Lis, is a good review that elucidates the significance ...

As athletes, physicians, sports professionals, and the general public continue to search for the most effective diet for nutrition and physical development, high protein diets have emerged as a viable alternative for many people. However, there are disagreements about how to define a “high protein diet” (Tipton). Touted for many years, the Atkins Diet initially allows no calories from carbohydrates and moves into a maintenance regimen of only meat and vegetables (Westman, Phinney and Volek). The Paleo Diet has emerged as a similar recommendation of organ meats, fruits, vegetables, and nuts while excluding grains, sugar, dairy, and legumes (Tarantino, ...

Introduction

Food is a vast subject and encompasses from the simplest recipes to the most complicated flavors and ingredients. It can lead to a productive discussion about its nutritional value or the financial aspect of the food trade. Asian cuisine has always been intriguing for the West as Asia represents the eastern flavors of the world. It's a different style of cooking and the ingredients are very different from the regular European or American dishes. This paper evaluates a small Asian market, My Hoa Oriental Food Market, the kind of food it sells, their nutritional value and how dieticians can ...

Crohn’s Disease is a chronic condition grouped under Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) which causes inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract especially at the beginning of the colon and the end of the ileum. It can also affect the entire thickness of the bowel wall. This disease is usually manifested in symptoms such as: persistent diarrhoea, rectal bleeding, urgent need to move bowels, altered taste sensation, loss of appetite, sweating at nightime, fever, loss of appetite, sensation of incomplete evacuation of stool, constipation and in women, loss of normal menses (Greenstein p.400). Apart from medication, the disease is also treated ...

Did Annie’s macronutrient intake fall within the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR) established by the Dietary Reference Intakes? Fill in the table below.

Carbohydrates List the 5 primary sources of carbohydrate in Annie’s diet, and indicate the primary type(s) of carbohydrate provided by that source (you can identify the primary sources of carbohydrate by clicking the “+” on the left side of the “Nutrients” report online). How did Annie’s fiber intake compare to her target of 25 grams? Give 4 examples of foods that Annie could include to increase her daily fiber intake (identify foods that ...

Our health is paramount throughout our lives. One key factor that affects our health is the food that we consume every day. Thus, for one to live a healthy lifestyle, he or she has to keep an eye on the diet. For an effective diet, one should be aware of the recommended values and intakes to remain fit. Many pieces of research on dietary concludes that diet has a bigger influence on one’s health than anything else. Poor dietary is likely to cause disease like stroke, cancer, diabetes and many others (Green and Emily 6). In this respect, ...

Diabetes type 2 is a chronic disorder affecting metabolism. It is characterised by high level of glucose in blood, lack of insulin and resistance of the body to insulin action. This article outlines the pertinent aspects of the disease and how dietary plan affects its prevention and management. It is classified under lifestyle diseases because it is caused by changes in how people eat and level and nature of day-to-day activities occasioned by the current living standards.

Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes

Signs and symptoms of this condition develop progressively over a period. It is possible that a person would have Type 2 Diabetes ...

Lipids and protein play an important role in one’s diet. Protein is used to maintain and improve the structural integrity of the body, especially the muscles, bones, and the soft and connective tissues. The current diet plan includes eggs, tuna, bananas, and almonds as the main source. For lipid, eggs contain a healthy level of fat, specifically the egg yolks. The white part of the egg contains a healthy level of protein, making it an excellent source of protein and fat. Carbohydrates plan an important role in energy regulation. The current diet plan’s main source of carbohydrate ...

The patient presented in this case suffers from metabolic syndrome. The metabolic syndrome is a cluster of health problems that is associated with the presence of obesity and tissues resistance to insulin. The metabolic syndrome is a condition that causes a myriad of problems in the body such that the body becomes incapable of maintaining the circulation of the useful energy molecules such as glucose and lipids in the right quantities in the bloodstream (Huang, 2009). Other associated disorders of metabolic syndrome include high blood pressure and dyslipidemia. The lipid problem is characterized by elevated levels of triglycerides and ...

There is a high perception that processed foods are only those stored in microwaves and fridges. The true definition of processed foods is any food that has been altered from its natural condition in one way or another. The alteration normally comes about because of safety reasons or because of conveniences by people. It means that people consume processed food without their knowledge. The current world is characterized by the use of electronic gadgets such as microwaves and fridges which makes work easier in the kitchen. This results to people eating processed foods without their knowledge. Processed foods are ...

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Nutrition is the intake of food which is necessary for survival. A healthy nutritional diet is essential for a healthy body and mind. A balanced diet helps in growth and development, strengthening the immune system, executing the all-important chemical and hormonal activities as well as cell reproduction. Food is further categorized into types and components that play a significant role in processing the biological mechanism at a very minute level. There is six main type of food that includes grain, milk products, Meat, fruits, vegetables, and oils. Water is the most important part of ...

The trouble with fries: An analysis

“The trouble with fries” [is a very informative article on] the history of the fast food revolution. It starts with the story of Ray Krock, who made a living [out of] selling the five-spindle multi-mixer milkshake machine. He moved to San Bernardino, California [upon hearing about a hamburger stand that owned] machines capable of making forty milkshakes simultaneously. However, he developed an interest in the French-fry operation. [This is because it was the fries that ideally captured his imagination.] [From then,] he devised a way of curing potatoes to make them more suitable for [the making of] fries. He ...

Introduction

Wen highly trained, motivated and talented athletes meet for competition there is a very small margin of defeat and victory. When everything else is on a level platform, nutrition becomes the determinant between losing and winning. Many athletes ignore key dietary issues and only focus on supplementing their diet with vitamins, minerals and proteins. Any professional athlete knows the value of nutritional support when it comes to performance(Perez-Schindler, Hamilton, Moore, Baar, & Philp, 2015). There is a lot that is involved including energy requirements, body mass, the type of foods, the sport involved and much more. All these factors ...

Abstract

The conducted research is aimed at indicating the impact of the healthy food on life of individuals. In order to attain the relevant data with highest level of accuracy the resources written by well-known scientists were used. The up-to-date methods of analysis were applied for the purposes of the study. Basically the research is based on comparing the different visions concerning the thesis stated and evaluating the role of some ideas in making final conclusions. As the result of this study the influence of healthy food was defined. The strong interconnection between the consumed products and the quality of ...

The trouble with fries: An analysis

“The trouble with fries” [is a very informative article on] the history of the fast food revolution. It starts with the story of Ray Krock, who made a living [out of] selling the five-spindle multi-mixer milkshake machine. He moved to San Bernardino, California [upon hearing about a hamburger stand that owned] machines capable of making forty milkshakes simultaneously. However, he developed an interest in the French-fry operation. [This is because it was the fries that ideally captured his imagination.] [From then,] he devised a way of curing potatoes to make them more suitable for [the making of] fries. He ...

The foods that provided carbohydrates in my recorded daily intake included whole grain meal, cheese, yogurt, lettuce, and grapes. Some of these foods, particularly yogurt, meat and cheese, also provided me with lipids. In the intake record, there were also foods that provided me with carbohydrates. These included beef, turkey, beans, and chicken. I can say that the recorded carbohydrate, protein, and lipid intakes were sufficiently above the recommendations of the dietary reference intake. Given the extreme limits, I will suggest that I should remove beef and all the parts of the chicken food item that have excessive fats. ...

The Difference between Healthy and Fast Food

Food refers to edible substances consumed by people and animals to keep them alive. It consists of macronutrients such as carbohydrates and starches, proteins and micronutrients like minerals and vitamins as well as fats. Food supports life by generating growth, making the body grow and maintaining the body. The combination of foods that one eats can either be classified as healthy of unhealthy food. Healthy foods are associated with rich people while unhealthy eating is more prevalent with the less able people. In essence, food is directly related to health. Good food habit leads to a healthy life while ...

Introduction and overview

It is important for everyone’s optimal health to receive the proper balance of foods each day. This balance is determined by many factors but none more important than the intake of energy and several different nutrients. The basic categories of the food required include proteins, carbohydrates, fats, dietary fiber and vitamins. The most significant determinant factor for this food intake is the amount of calorie intake. This is mainly because a number of chronic diseases and obesity are associated with increased cholesterol intake (Kliegman, 2016). Actually going through and counting and assessing my daily intake was a revelation ...

Dietary assessment is important since it helps in detecting the risk of nutrition problems. Additionally, nutrition assessment helps in determining the nutrition status of a person. Poor nutrition is associated with many health concerns. Indeed, individuals who have inadequate intake of nutrients are likely to develop many health-related problems. Poor nutrition can also adversely affect the effectiveness of medications. Therefore, a proper diet is an integral part of medical interventions. This paper provides findings of the dietary assessment conducted using the food frequency questionnaire. The assessment showed that the client’s diet does not meet all the RDA recommendations. ...