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The thermodynamic function of a system equivalent to the internal energy plus the product of pressure and volume. The heat content of a system, that is, the internal energy of the system plus the product of its pressure and volume. It may be represented symbolically by the equation H = U + PV, where U…

A blood-borne factor that signals satiety.  

Also called glicentin; a 69-amino acid hormone related to pancreatic glucagon. It is synthesized by the mucosal L cells. May serve as a trophic factor for the intestinal mucosa.  

Cells present in the gastrointestinal tract that secrete hormones that in turn affect gastrointestinal function. Some of these hormones may also have effects on the regulation of food intake.  

Food product in which micronutrients such as iron or the B vitamins have been added. A processed food that has lost nutrients during milling, grinding, pasteurization or other processes, and then had those nutrients added back to the marketed product. Two examples of vitamins commonly used in food enrichment are vitamins B1 and B2, thiamine…

A cis-acting base sequence that binds one or more promoters. It can function in either orientation and in any location (upstream or downstream) relative to the promoter region.  

Foods designed by food scientists for specific purposes. These foods have specific properties and functions; they may have more fiber or less salt and/or less fat and/or unusual ingredients that are used as substitutes for usual ingredients.  

Protein-energy malnutrition (PEM or PCM). A condition in which the intake of macronutrients is inadequate. The needs for the essential nutrients and energy are determined by the age and health status of the individual. Rapid growth, infection, injury, and chronic debilitating disease can drive up the need for food and the nutrients it contains. It…

The intake of energy needed to sustain the body and its associated activity. The gross energy of the food consumed.  

The process of maturation of the fertilized egg during the first 12 weeks of gestation in the human. Growth and development of an embryo.