What is EPG?
EPG is designed to replace what major nutrient in foods?
Fat
9 calories
What do current human studies suggest about EPG?
EPG is generally well tolerated.
What other fat substitute was compared with EPG?
Olestra
Is EPG generally considered safe in small doses?
Yes
Why might companies use EPG in their food?
How many calories does a gram of EPG have?
0.7 calories/gram
What is one limitation of EPG research?
Some studies use small groups
Some studies focus only on short-term effects
More long-term research needed
What is one concern associated with olestra?
Stomach or gastrointestinal problems
What part of the body may experience side effects from EPG?
Stomach
What does EPG stand for?
Esterified Propoxylated Glycerol
EPG moves through the body similarly to what nutrient?
Dietary fiber
Why is more research on EPG needed?
To understand its long-term effects.
Why is independent research important?
To compare
Name the four main fat-soluble vitamin studied with EPG
A, D, E, K
What is a lipase?
Lipases are digestive enzymes that break down fat into fatty acids and glycerol
What is one food product named in the presentation that uses EPG?
David, Gatsby, Nicks
What does industry support mean?
A company helps fund or support research.
What is one question researchers still have about EPG?
Its long-term effects.
What was the highest EPG dose tested in the human study?
150 grams
What safety term is associated with EPG and the FDA?
GRAS