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G03-1487 Fat And Fat Substitutes, Georgia Jones
G03-1487 Fat And Fat Substitutes, Georgia Jones
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
For some people, fat has a negative connotation. However, fat is a necessary nutrient and provides many functions in food products.
Fats are a source of energy for the body and supply essential fatty acids, such as linoleic and linolenic. They are required for maintaining healthy skin and regulating cholesterol production. Fats are used to carry fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K and aid in their absorption from the intestine.
Fats play a key role in determining texture, taste and flavor of foods and affect the acceptability of food. They provide the smooth texture of salad dressing, the creamy …
Nf546 Soy Health Claims, Wanda Koszewski, Georgia Jones
Nf546 Soy Health Claims, Wanda Koszewski, Georgia Jones
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Describes the basic health claims of soy foods.
Nf502 Nutrient Content And Sensory Characteristics Of Bison Meat, Jayne M. Mcclenahan, Judy A. Driskell
Nf502 Nutrient Content And Sensory Characteristics Of Bison Meat, Jayne M. Mcclenahan, Judy A. Driskell
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide discusses the nutritive value of bison (North American buffalo) meet.
Ec98-454 Nutrition For The Older Adult, Wanda Koszewski, Carol Ray, Amy Sutton, Lisa Beretta
Ec98-454 Nutrition For The Older Adult, Wanda Koszewski, Carol Ray, Amy Sutton, Lisa Beretta
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Nutrition is important for everyone at any age and is one of the keys to healthy living. We are all overwhelmed with new information about nutrition each day. This publication focuses on nutrition topics specifically related to the elderly.
Nf97-354 Omega Eggs — A Dietary Source Of N-3 Fatty Acids, Sheila E. Scheideler, Nancy M. Lewis
Nf97-354 Omega Eggs — A Dietary Source Of N-3 Fatty Acids, Sheila E. Scheideler, Nancy M. Lewis
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact examines the nutritional advantages of Omega eggs.
G95-1249 Dietary Guidelines For Children Age Two To Five, H. Darlene Martin
G95-1249 Dietary Guidelines For Children Age Two To Five, H. Darlene Martin
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This publication discusses the dietary needs and guidelines for young children.
If you have children or care for children who are between two and five years of age, you play a significant role in their health. The quality of care you provide will benefit the children within your care now and in the future. To provide adequate food choices for children, you need to understand what foods help children grow and develop.
Most of us know that good health and proper nutrition are important. The first step in helping children learn good nutritional habits is to practice them daily yourself. …
Nf93-115 The New Food Label, Julie A. Albrecht
Nf93-115 The New Food Label, Julie A. Albrecht
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact explains the food labels introduced in 1993.
Nf92-63 Cholesterol In Your Blood, Harriet Kohn, Linda S. Boeckner
Nf92-63 Cholesterol In Your Blood, Harriet Kohn, Linda S. Boeckner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses blood cholesterol.
Nf92-61 Fats In The Diet, Linda S. Boeckner
Nf92-61 Fats In The Diet, Linda S. Boeckner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses the nutritive value of fats.