PHYTOCHEMICALS AS NUTRACEUTICALS 08/08/2006 12:22 AM Phytochemicals as Nutraceuticals by Ben Best CONTENTS: LINKS TO SECTIONS BY TOPIC I. Introductory Remarks II . Terpenoids = Isoprenoids A . Carotenoid Terpenoids 1. Lycopene 2. Beta-Carotene 3. Alpha-Carotene 4. Lutein 5. Zeaxanthin 6. Astaxanthin B . Non-Carotenoid Terpeniods 1. Perillyl Alcohol 2. Saponins 3. Terpeneol 4. Terpene Limonoids III. Polyphenolics A . Flavonoid Polyphenolics 1. Anthocyanins 2. Catechins
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biotechnology. Genetic engineering is when scientists remove a specific gene for a good characteristic‚ from the DNA of an organism and place it into another organism. Modern bioengineering is ‘transgenic’ which means that scientists are swopping genes among species that would never naturally combine. A good example is found in a strawberry. In cold climates‚ to stop the strawberry from freezing before it is fully mature‚ scientists are implanting an “antifreeze” gene that comes from the blood
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CAST The Scientists: Charles Darwin: (1809-1882) evolutionist. Famous for theory of evolution. Published Origin of Species. Previously studied for the clergy. Gregor Mendel: (1822-1884) priest and scientist. “Father of genetics” famous for work with pea plants‚ discovery of alleles and heredity Godfrey Hardy: (1877-1947) mathematician. Famous for independent discovery of Hardy-Weinberg principle‚ a basic principle of population genetics‚ in 1908. Identifies himself as an atheist. Wilhelm Weinberg:
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Minerals What are Food Minerals? * Food minerals are those minerals that begin in the ground or sea. * Enzymes need minerals to build strong healthy life forms‚ whether plant‚ animal or human bodies. * Minerals and enzymes work together to make us look beautiful and feel strong. * Minerals are a major part of every cell and the larger variety we have in our food. Classification Of Minerals * Calcium * Magnesium * Potassium * Sodium * Zinc * Phosphorus
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Preservation of Food with Ionizing Energy Lesson 10 1 Assigned Readings – n Smith‚ J.S. and Pillai‚ S. 2004. Irradiation and Food safety. Food Technol. n Fact sheet on Food Irradiation http://www.inspection.gc.ca/food/information-for-consumers/fact-sheets/labelling-food-packaging-and-storage/irradiation/eng/1332358607968/1332358680017 n Frequently Asked Questions regarding Food Irradiation 2 Terminology n Radiation ¨ ¨ n Food irradiation ¨ n Rays of energy Emission and propagation of
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such as orange and grapefruit‚ but it’s also found in sweet fruits like papaya‚ mango‚ strawberries‚ and cantaloupes. Explain the function of the following: Zinc‚ Iodine‚ Iron‚ Magnesium‚ Calcium and Chromium. Zinc is an essential mineral found in cells throughout the body. It plays an important role in the immune system‚ wound healing‚ and the breakdown of carbohydrates and lipids. Its main functions are the DNA synthesis‚ metabolism of protein‚ development of sexual organs and bones‚ cell division
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BENGUET STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL La Trinidad Benguet is the Guinness World Record Holder of the “Largest Strawberry Cake‚” a recognition awarded during the Strawberry Festival in March 2004. During the festival locals and visitors alike can enjoy various activities‚ including Agro Trade fair‚ the search for Ms. Strawberry Festival 2009 and Mr. La Trinidad‚ jobs fair‚ strawberry contests‚ Strawberry Farm tour and berry picking‚ Dumba ni Kabajo‚ Benguet Grand Battle of the Country Western bands‚
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medicinal herbs. On this paper I will be telling you specifically about my favorite fruit garden on how to grow strawberries. I will tell you the history of strawberries‚ different type of strawberries‚ how to grow strawberries and tips and warning. Two year ago I wanted to find a great hobby and something interesting to me that will excite me and watch it grow. I bought me strawberry seeds packet. I put them seeds in the big pot and last two springs they began to grow and now they are almost 5feet
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GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION GATEWAY SCIENCE ADDITIONAL SCIENCE B Unit 1 Modules B3 C3 P3 FOUNDATION TIER THURSDAY 14 JUNE 2007 Calculators may be used. Additional materials: Pencil Ruler (cm/mm) F B623/01 *CUP/T30055* Afternoon Time: 1 hour INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES • • • • • • • Write your name‚ Centre Number and Candidate Number in the boxes above. Answer all the questions. Use blue or black ink. Pencil may be used for graphs and diagrams only. Read each question
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Strawberry tarts Evaluator Aroma Presentation Flavour/Taste Texture Myself 29/40 I could smell the fresh strawberries‚ and it was a welcoming smell. 6/10 The presentation was amazing‚ as this time‚ I spent more time on improving how it looks‚ and‚ therefore‚ it looks much more appealing than my other dishes. I placed the strawberries on the pastry carefully‚ and I carefully positioned the cream over it to make the presentation better. 9/10 It tasted good because the strawberries were very sweet
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