Lysine is used in biosynthesis of proteins and contains an α-carboxylic acid group (deprotonated −COO− form under biological conditions), α-amino…
Leucine is an essential amino acid which is used in protein biosynthesis. It is an amino acid which contains α-amino…
Isoleucine symbolizing Ile or I, is an α-amino acid which is used in biosynthesis of proteins. It encloses an α-carboxylic…
Threonine with symbol T or Thr, is an amino acid which is used in biosynthesis of proteins. It encloses a…
Tryptophan is an essential amino acid and is an integral part of dietary protein. Tryptophan, an amino acid present in…
Sucrose is a disaccharide composed of one unit of glucose and one unit of fructose. It is digested by the…
Many children have a preference for sweet, carbohydrate-rich foods. Overconsumption of foods high in sugar may increase risk of dental…
Insoluble fibers are those which do not dissolve in water, do not form gels (are not viscous), and are less…
Fiber can be classified by how well it dissolves in water. Most foods contain both types of fiber: soluble and…
Fiber isn’t a single nutrient but a family of plant-based nutrients that are generally resistant to human digestion. Plants lack…