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iveyjurea

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Explain two functions of water in the body.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Name five functions that carbohydrates play in foods.
 
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aham8f

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Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Any two of the following:
carries nutrients and wastes
maintains structure of molecules
participates in chemical reactions
acts as a solvent for nutrients
lubricates and cushions joints, the spinal cord, and a fetus (during pregnancy)
helps regulate body temperature
maintains blood volume

Answer to Question 2

Any five of the following:
flavor enhancing and sweetening due to caramelization
water binding
contributing to texture (starch, gluten)
hygroscopic nature (water absorption)
providing sources of yeast food
regulating gelation of pectin
dispersing molecules of protein or starch
acting to subdivide shortening for creaming control crystallization
preventing spoilage
delaying coagulation protein
giving structure due to crystals
affecting osmosis
affecting color of fruits
affecting texture (viscosity, structure)
contributing flavor other than sweetness


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