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1.Is brown sugar better than white sugar ? In what ways ?
Found from: http://nutrition .myjoyonline .com/is-brown-sugar-better-than-white-sugar.
The real differences between the two are taste and the effects on baked goods. Brown sugar is only marginally different from white sugar – and they are both sweet nothings. The idea that brown and white sugars have big differences is a common nutrition myth. Sugar can be thought of as ‘empty calories’ as it does not provide any vitamins or minerals – only calories, which is why it is bad news for those of us watching our weight. At the end of the day, sugar is sugar, be it brown or white, and it is all going to end up contributing to an increase in weight if not ‘burnt’ off through exercise. Let us make conscious efforts to reduce our intake of all sugars whether brown or white.

2.Can you describe the differences between these tea :(a)oolong tea (b)black tea (c) green tea (d)white tea ?
Found from:http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/37026

Green tea and black tea, of course, are leaves from the same plant, but are processed differently. For black tea, the leaves are processed in such a way as to allow fermentation, resulting in the dark brown color. For green tea, the leaves are processed and dried in such a way as to avoid fermentation. Oolong is partially fermented.
here's a flow chart which outlines each:
3.Do need vitamin supplements? What are the functions of vitamins A,B,C,D and E?
Found from :http://www.shoppingtrolley.net/vitamin-guide.shtml
Vitamins are organic chemicals that the body needs in order to function correctly. Vitamins do not have any energy value (or calories) themselves. However, they perform essential functions in the body such as:

breaking down fat, carbohydrate and protein
repairing body tissues
helping the immune system
preventing diseases and birth defects.
Vitamins are derived from plants or animals, ie living things, unlike minerals. Their names and functions are detailed below:
Vitamin A

Vitamin A's function is the growth and repair of body tissue and keeping the body's skin and mucous membranes healthy including the linings of the airways and the digestive tract. It is also necessary for strong bones, good eye sight (in particular at night) and healthy blood.
Vitamin B

Vitamin B is the global name given to a number of related chemicals (see below). All the B vitamins are water soluble. They work together to help break down carbohydrates into glucose, metabolise fats and protein and ensure the correct functioning of the central nervous system. In addition, they are connected with the health of skin, hair, blood and the digestive tract.

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin. It is found in fruit and vegetables - the richest sources include blackcurrants, strawberries, citrus fruits, peppers, sweet potatoes and kiwi fruit. Vitamin C is essential for the formation of connective tissue in the body, which holds together skin, bone, tendons and ligaments. It also aids healing and prevents haemorrhaging. In addition, it aids the absorption of iron from none animal sources and is an antioxidant, meaning that it prevents some other vitamins oxidizing (decaying).

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is known as the "sunshine vitamin", because it forms under our skin when ultra violet rays reach the skin's surface. It is a fat soluble vitamin, and is found in oily fish and butter. It is also added to margarine, powdered milk and breakfast cereals. Vitamin D promotes the absorption of calcium for the repair and growth of bone. The calcium is largely obtained from milk. A lack of vitamin D causes rickets, where the leg bones cannot support the body's weight giving rise to a bow-legged appearance. Bone softening and dental problems may also be a result of a lack of Vitamin D. In excessive quantities, Vitamin D is poisonous. However, the following groups of people may require a Vitamin D supplement of 10 micrograms (0.01 mg) per day:

Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
People who avoid the sun or always cover up when outdoors
People who don't eat oily fish or meat
If you are in doubt about whether a supplement is appropriate for you, talk to your doctor.
Vitamin E

Vitamin E is fat soluble and is widely available in most foods so a deficiency would be difficult. The richest sources of Vitamin E include vegetable oils, nuts and wheatgerm. Like Vitamin C it acts as an antioxidant. There are various types of Vitamin E and all are known as tocopherals. alpha-tocepheral promotes fertility in rats which is why some health food shops sell Vitamin E, usually in the form of wheatgerm oil, to promote fertility in humans. However, nutritionists and scientists are sceptical of such a link.

The main function of Vitamin E in the body is to aid the transport and effective use of oxygen in the bloodstream.

4.Olive oil is very well tolerated with our stomach .Describe the different types of olive oil . What are the benefits of olive oil to our health?
Found from:http://www.healing daily .com/deto xification_diet /olive-oil.htm