Olestra Is a Commercial Product Used in Processing Typically High-Fat

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Essay

Olestra is a commercial product used in processing typically high-fat foods such as potato chips. It produces the well-appreciated buttery flavor, but without adding fat or calories to the diet. How are these contradictory results possible?

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Definitions:

Preconscious

Part of Freud's theory of the mind, referring to the thoughts and feelings not presently in conscious awareness but that can be accessed easily.

Cognitive Factors

Refers to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.

Kelly

Referring to George Kelly, a psychologist known for his personal construct theory which posits that individuals interpret the world through their own constructs.

Life Narrative

The story of a person's life, told by themselves or another, highlighting significant events and experiences.