Phytosterols (PS) are characterized by a tetracyclic ring and a side chain linked to carbon 17. They can be classified according to the presence or absence of a double bond at ∆5 position (sterols or stanols respectively). These compounds occur naturally in all foods of plant origin, such as vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, grain products, fruits and vegetables. Normal daily intake from natural sources is 200–400 m...
Phytosterols (PS) are characterized by a tetracyclic ring and a side chain linked to carbon 17. They can be classified according to the presence or absence of a double bond at .5 position (sterols or stanols respectively)(1,2). These compounds occur naturally in all foods of plant origin, such as vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, grain products, fruits and vegetables. Normal daily intake from natural sources is 200–...
INTRODUCTION: Undernutrition in children is considered a public health issue, especially in developing countries, and its relation to an inadequate dietary intake is highly recognized. The lack of data concerning to São Tomé e Príncipe in this area makes it imperious to evaluate these childrens nutritional adequacy and to do more similar studies. OBJECTIVES: To know the differences between energetic and macronu...