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

 Purpose & Requirements of Experiment  Calcium ◦ What is it? ◦ Requirements ◦ Tips to meeting your calcium needs  Osteoporosis ◦ What is it? ◦ Who is at risk?  Skim Milk ◦ Benefits ◦ Nutrition Information  Our Unique Dessert

 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

 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

 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 AgeCa (mg/day) 9-18 yrs yrs yrs1200

 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)

 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)

 Importance of bones  Weight-bearing exercises  maximize bone strength & bone density  Calcium aids in lowering the risk of osteoporosis

 Disease in which bones become fragile porous  Common sites of fractures  At-Risk Individuals ◦ Age ◦ Ethnicity ◦ Diet ◦ Physical activity

Serving size = 1 cup (240mL) Calories90 Total Fat0g Total Carbohydrates13g Sugars12g Protein9g Vitamin A10% Calcium30% Vitamin D25% Vitamin C4%

 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 cake- like cup filled with a smooth velvety mousse topped with a fresh starfruit

 Excellent source of Vitamin C  Low fat  Naturally sodium & cholesterol free

Ingredients Household Measurements Weight (g) Plain Low-Fat Yogurt2 ½ cup645g Sugar½ cup100g Vegetable Oil¼ cup44g Eggs1 whole59g Baking powder1 Tbsp.17g All Purpose Flour1 ½ cup187g Starfruit chunks2 cup300g Skim milk1 ½ cup338g Dream Whip1 pkt39g Sugar-free Instant Vanilla pudding1 box (1 oz)28g Fat-free sour cream1 cup234g Starfruit Juice½ cup136g Fibersol-216T150g

 Calcium requirements  Money restrictions  Serving size  Texture of cake & filling