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Stress Management
Chapter 27
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Essential Fatty Acids | Fatty acids that the body cannot produce and therefore must be consumed from outside sources. Omega 3 (alpha-linolenic) can be found in flaxseed oil and cold-water fish. Omega 6 (linoleic) acids can be found in various vegetable oils. |
Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) | DNA manipulation of foods whereby the gene from one species is spliced into the DNA of a different species to enhance quality or shelf life. Associated with a host of food allergies. |
Trans Fatty Acids | The result of the hydrogenation process where a cis form of a fatty acid is converted to a trans form, making a liquid fat solid at room temperature. |
Neutraceuticals | A term used to define a broad classification of herbal food supplements such as echinacea or Vitamin C, for optimal health; also known as nature's version of pharmaceuticals. |
Frankenfood | A name coined in Europe to promote the hidden dangers of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). GMOs are currently banned in Europe. |
Bioflavinoids | Non-nutrients found in foods (fruits and vegetables) that contain antioxidants and seem to provide a means of fighting cancer and other illnesses. They provide the colors in foods. |
Nutrients | There are thought to be six major kinds of these derived from food; carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water. (not included, but equally important: oxygen and sunlight). |
Partially Hydrogenated Oils | A synthetically altered lipid used in processed foods to prolong the shelf-life of food products to avoid rancidity. These oils are thought to be dangerous to the integrity of human physiology and possibly related to cancer and coronary heart disease. |
Methylated Xanthine | The active ingredient in caffeine, which triggers a sympathetic response. |
Phosphoric Acid | Nutrient found in sodas, colas, and various beverages; associated with calcium-leaching in bones, a possible cause of osteoporosis in both men and women. |