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  2. Biological value - Wikipedia

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    Biological value (BV) is a measure of the proportion of absorbed protein from a food which becomes incorporated into the proteins of the organism's body. It captures how readily the digested protein can be used in protein synthesis in the cells of the organism. Proteins are the major source of nitrogen in food. BV assumes protein is the only ...

  3. Bioavailability - Wikipedia

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    Therefore, bioavailability for dietary supplements can be defined as the proportion of the administered substance capable of being absorbed and available for use or storage. [11] In both pharmacology and nutrition sciences, bioavailability is measured by calculating the area under curve (AUC) of the drug concentration time profile.

  4. Food composition data - Wikipedia

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    Food composition data (FCD) are detailed sets of information on the nutritionally important components of foods and provide values for energy and nutrients including protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins and minerals and for other important food components such as fibre. The data are presented in food composition databases (FCDBs).

  5. List of macronutrients - Wikipedia

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    Dietary fibre from fruits, vegetables and grain foods. Insoluble dietary fibre is not absorbed in the human digestive tract but is important in maintaining the bulk of a bowel movement to avoid constipation. [5] Soluble fibre can be metabolized by bacteria residing in the large intestine.

  6. Table of food nutrients - Wikipedia

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    Included for each food is its weight in grams, its calories, and (also in grams,) the amount of protein, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, fat, and saturated fat. [1] As foods vary by brands and stores, the figures should only be considered estimates, with more exact figures often included on product labels.

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    Vegan Collagen Builder is best for vegans, offering a plant-based alternative to traditional collagen supplements. Pros: Suitable for vegans. Plant-based ingredients

  8. Food fortification - Wikipedia

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    On the other hand, the nutrient added as a fortificant may have a higher bioavailability than from foods, which is the case with folic acid used to increase folate intakes. [ 23 ] Phytochemicals such as phytic acid in cereal grains can also impact nutrient absorption, limiting the bioavailability of intrinsic and additional nutrients, and ...

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    Hints and the solution for today's Wordle on Wednesday, December 11.