Jaymee Wakumoto
Tommy Miu
Jen Shido
Calcium Requirements, Osteoporosis &
Skim Milk
 Calcium content in foods, calcium
fortification, yogurt & sour cream
 Lactose Intolerance & Acidophilus milk
 Dietary Fibers & Cottage Cheese
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Purpose & Requirements of Experiment
Calcium
◦ What is it?
◦ Requirements
◦ Tips to meeting your calcium needs
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Osteoporosis
◦ What is it?
◦ Who is at risk?
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Skim Milk
◦ Benefits
◦ Nutrition Information
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Our Unique Dessert
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To develop TWO completely new & innovative
desserts made from dairy products for senior
citizens
Each dish should provide:
◦ “High” calcium
◦ “High” fiber
◦ Approximately 200 kcals
◦ Have a desirable appearance
◦ Have an appealing taste and texture
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Each dessert must contain at least 2 :
› Skim milk
› Plain low-fat yogurt
› Fat-free sour cream
› Acidopholus milk
› Low-fat cottage cheese
› Juices may also be added
Each dessert should contain at least 50% dairy
 Limit $20 for additional ingredients
 Refrigerator/Freezer Stable
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The most abundant mineral in the body
≥99% total body calcium stored in bones &
teeth
Body cannot produce it
Needed for:
◦ Proper function of the heart, muscles and nerves
◦ Blood vessel contraction & expansion
◦ Secretion of hormones & enzymes
Male & Female Age
Ca (mg/day)
9-18 yrs
1300
19-50 yrs
1000
51+ yrs
1200
http://ods.od.nig.gov/factsheets/Calcium_pf/asp
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Use milk instead of water in recipes
Sprinkle low-fat or fat-free cheeses on
soups, salads or pasta
Serve raw fruits and veggies with low-fat or
fat-free yogurt-based dips
Choose milk over carbonated drinks
Complement your diet with calcium-fortified
foods (cereals, orange juice, soy)
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Adequate intake of calcium may:
◦ Reduce or prevent hypertension
◦ Be an anti-obesity agent (help in
weight management)
◦ Protective effect against colon cancer
◦ Provide relief from premenstrual
syndrome (PMS)
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Importance of bones
Weight-bearing exercises
 maximize bone strength &
bone density
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Calcium aids in lowering
the risk of osteoporosis
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Disease in which bones become fragile
porous
Common sites of fractures
At-Risk Individuals
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Age
Ethnicity
Diet
Physical activity
Serving size = 1 cup (240mL)
Calories
90
Total Fat
0g
Total Carbohydrates
13g
Sugars
12g
Protein
9g
Vitamin A
10%
Calcium
30%
Vitamin D
25%
Vitamin C
4%
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Provides nutrients vital for health &
maintenance of your body
Reduce the risk of:
◦ Osteoporosis
◦ Hypertension
◦ Colon cancer
It may…
◦ Reduce the risk of kidney stones
◦ Reduce the risk of tooth decay
 Moist
Starfruit cakelike cup filled with a
smooth velvety
mousse topped with
a fresh starfruit
Excellent source
of Vitamin C
 Low fat
 Naturally sodium
& cholesterol free
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Household
Measurements
Weight (g)
2 ½ cup
645g
Sugar
½ cup
100g
Vegetable Oil
¼ cup
44g
Eggs
1 whole
59g
Baking powder
1 Tbsp.
17g
All Purpose Flour
1 ½ cup
187g
Starfruit chunks
2 cup
300g
1 ½ cup
338g
1 pkt
39g
1 box (1 oz)
28g
Fat-free sour cream
1 cup
234g
Starfruit Juice
½ cup
136g
16T
150g
Ingredients
Plain Low-Fat Yogurt
Skim milk
Dream Whip
Sugar-free Instant Vanilla pudding
Fibersol-2
Calcium requirements
 Money restrictions
 Serving size
 Texture of cake & filling
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SENSORY EVALUATION OF SHOOTING STARS
Ingredients: plain low-fat yogurt, sugar, oil, eggs, baking powder, flour,
Sugar-free pudding, skim milk, fat-free sour cream, dream whip, unflavored gelatin,
Fresh Starfruit & soluble fiber (Fibersol-2®)
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