LAB 2 1.Identify the functional group or molecule for each of the following. (3 points) a.COOH temp b.COH temp c.COH temp 2.List whether each of the following substances was positive or negative for reducing sugar‚ as indicated by the Benedict’s test. (6 points) a.corn syrup (1 point) b.table sugar (1 point) c.unknown 1 (1 point) d.unknown 2 (1 point) e.unknown 3 (1 point) f.unknown 4 (1 point) 3.List whether each of the following substances was positive or negative for starch‚ as
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Introduction: Proteins are necklaces of amino acids – long chains molecules. Proteins are the basis of how biology get this done. As enzymes‚ they are the driving force behind all the biochemical reactions which make biology work. As structural elements‚ they are main constituents of our bones‚ muscles‚ hair‚ skin‚ and blood vessels. As antibodies‚ they recognize invading elements and allow the immune system to get rid of the unwanted invaders. For these reasons‚ scientists have sequenced the
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of fiber that I consumed for the day was 39 grams. 2. The total amount of fiber recommended for my age group according to (Williams & Wilkins‚ 2013) is thirty-eight grams. I happened to be one gram above the fiber recommended daily intake for the age group of 19-50 years of age. 3. To increase an individual’s fiber intake I highly recommend simply replacing refined with whole grain products. One tip on getting more fiber into your daily diet is to try getting at least one serving of whole
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Based Diet and its Ability to Support a 18-35 year old American | Philip Beckmann | Barbara Hiles Mesle 5/14/2012 | Introduction When I was growing up I was taught how to hunt‚ fish and trap animals for food as well as being fed an omnivorous diet‚ but today I have found that I no longer need animals in my diet. The Vegetarian Times recently found that out of the 311 million people in the US‚ 7.3 million eat a vegetarian based diet and 22
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project I never realized until after I did the super tracker and the nutrient intake report that I had a very unhealthy diet and that I need to make a change. My Daily Calorie Limit was 2000 and I ate 2811. When I did MyPlate it told me that I should eat at 7 ounces of grains per day with half of the grain intake being whole grains‚ eat three cups of vegetables‚ two cups of fruit‚ three cups of dairy‚ and six ounces of protein. Also I should consume no more than six teaspoons of oils per day‚ no
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Abstract Carbohydrates are the most abundant organic compounds in the plant world. They act as storehouses of chemical energy (glucose‚ starch‚ glycogen); are components of supportive structures in plants (cellulose)‚crustacean shells (chitin)‚ and connective tissues in animals (glucosaminoglycans); and are essential components of nucleic acids (D-ribose and 2-deoxy-D-ribose). Monosaccharides‚ oligosaccharides‚ and polysaccharides are theclassifications of carbohydrates. This experiment involves
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ATKINS DIET ANALYSIS Phuong Nguyen NUTR 1322 Friday 6pm What is Atkins Diet? The Atkins Diet is also known as the Atkins Nutritional Approach. It was made by Dr. Atkins‚ an American cardiologist. Atkins Diet was developed by reducing one’s carbohydrate intake. The body is an engine; carbs are the gas that makes it go. Low carb –Atkins is a modern and science diet based on energy metabolism. The principle of this mode is to cut the total amount of carbohydrates in the body because carbohydrates
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highprotein diets make a lot of sense? You think I should stick with this one?” “Tell him he’s being ridiculous!” Janine insists. “He’s going to make himself sick.” Questions . First‚ fi nd out what nutrients Janine and Mitchell are talking about. Using a biology textbook and the resources listed‚ describe what the following molecules are and what they are used for in the human body. List some specifi c examples of each. Also list major dietary sources of each. a. Proteins b. Carbohydrates c. Fats
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fortified with essential vitamins and minerals from the six food groups as well the preparation methods. In my quest for a healthier lifestyle‚ I have done some additional research on vitamins. Vitamins are micronutrients they are either water soluble or fat soluble. They are organic compounds that are needed in small quantities to sustain life and maintain proper bodily functions. There are several types of vitamins but I have found Vitamin C to be one of the most important vitamins that the body require
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There is no single diet suitable for any athlete and individual needs change depending on how they are programmed races and workouts‚ it is necessary that the athletes know their nutritional goals and know how to choose a food strategy to achieve these objectives. On average‚ a moderately active woman needs about 2000 kcal per day while a man in need around 2500. Women with low body weight‚ which only a moderate workout and are sedentary for
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