Nutritional Value of Chicken Flashcards

1
Q

TRUE OR FALSE

Pork is one of the most popular meat, consumed widely in restaurants and home, The lower fat content of pork is not only the nutritional advantage it offers there are many vitamins and minerals that make it a wise food choice

A

FALSE.

It’s chicken.

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2
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the best known nutritional component of chicken.

A

Protein

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3
Q

It is a form of lecithin. It protects the liver from damager and cancerous cell changes, and keeps cholesterol from building up in the liver

A

Choline

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4
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TRUE OR FALSE

chicken is loaded with vitamins, particularly A-vitamins.

A

FALSE. CHICKEN IS LOADED WITH B VITAMINS INSTEAD OF A. (oops caps)

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5
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Enumerate type of B-vitamins in chicken.

A

thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, and folate.

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6
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TRUE OR FALSE

the B-vitamin with the highest concentration is niacin. This is 73% of RDA, This important for the health of the hair, eyes and skin.

A

true

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7
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TRUE OR FALSE

all of the B-vitamins help play a role in metabolism of fats, as well.

A

TRUE

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8
Q

true or false

chicken contains several mineral’s that contribute to the health of the body.

A

TRUE

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9
Q

TRUE OR FALSE

The mineral with the highest concentration in chicken is the Magnesium.

A

FALSE. It’s selenium.

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10
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Enumerate the minerals in chicken.

A

selenium, Magnesium, iron zinc calcium, potassium, and copper

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11
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TRUE OR FALSE

Chicken is a meat that can benefit almost any diet.

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TRUE

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