Fats and proteins for a Healthy diet

Related BrainMass Solutions

• Nutrient Essentials and Functions - dietary fats

  In order to transport fats through the blood stream and into cells specialized proteins will bind to fats and make them water soluble. For example cholesterol is bound by ApoE that is used for circulation and uptake of cholesterol.

• Nutritional Choices thet Reduce Disease

  Polyunsaturated fats, found in nuts and seeds, also are good choices for a heart-healthy diet. Choosing low fat proteins is also good for your heart.

• Understanding the benefits of protein and fats in the diet

  Both unsaturated fats and protein are necessary for a balanced healthy diet

• Biochemistry basics: Why is water important?

  Also includes examples of fats, carbohydrates and proteins in diets and a brief critique of issues with the paleolithic diet.

• Macronutrients - functions and sources

  Health: Carbohydrates are an important part of a healthy diet. They are a major source of energy that the body acquires through glycolysis glucose, a basis unit of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates range from complex starches to simple sugars.

• Fat Substitutes in the Diet

  Granted, people consume too much fat today, with the idea around 30 percent of the diet, and while there is a definite need for consumption of fat, especially healthy fat, comparing options is desirable.

• The physiological functions and sources of carbohydrates

  The person who is unlucky and has family history of colon cancer, for example is advised to be mindful of a healthy diet.

• Proteins and its functional properties related to nutrition

  Kwashiorkor usually affects young children due to intake of a diet poor in proteins. Marasmus usually affects infants below the age of one year. It is caused due to the deficiency of carbohydrates, fats and proteins in the diet.

• Diet and disease prevention

  The first is to maintain a healthy diet with whole grains and vegetables, along with fruit. This provides fiber and vital nutrients shown to lower the risk of all the diseases mentioned.