Carbohydrates (Em)
Name 5 foods that are high in carbohydrates.
rice, potatoes, pasta, etc
honey, fruits, etc
Name two foods that are high in fibre
Whole-grain bread, oats, fruits (e.g. apples), vegetables (e.g. broccoli), lentils.
Example of an unsaturated fat
Avocado, soya beans
How much protein should you consume per day (normal person)
45g for women
55g men
Vitamins and minerals are called micronutrients because…
We need them in small amounts
What percent of the diet should be composed of carbohydrates?
60%
What is the chemical formula for water?
H2O
What are the 2 types of fat
Saturated and unsaturated
What is the best protein powder
Whey
True or False:
Vitamins and minerals can interact with each other to benefit or impair the absorption and function of one another in the body
True
What are carbohydrates stored as?
glycogen
What is the reccomended amount of water a person should drink per day?
6-8 cups (1.5-1.8 litres of water)
What is the role of fats in the body
insulate nerves, form cell membranes and cushion organs. Offer a concentrated source of energy, more than carbs. They also provide the building blocks for hormones and the formation of cell wall
Name 3 foods of protein.
Lentils , yoghurt , chicken.
What are good food sources
of vitamin D?
The sun is our main source of vitamin D but, during the winter or when we are less exposed to the sun, we need to get vitamin D from our diet. Egg yolk, fatty fish, offal, UV-treated mushrooms, fortified foods (vegetable spreads, breakfast cereals, plant-based dairy alternatives) are good sources of vitamin D
Name 3 monosaccharides.
fructose, glucose, galactose
(pentose/hexose/deoxyribose/etc)
What does fibre do for your digestion?
Fibre helps regulate bowel movements, prevents constipation and supports a healthy digestive system by maintaing gut health.
What risk is associated with consuming to much saturated fat
Coronary heart disease
What is the role of protein
Growth and repair of muscle
True or False:
Water can be a good source of minerals.
True - contains chloride, magnesium, selenium, sodium and copper, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, and zinc
Other than being a source of energy, name one other function of carbohydrates.
cell division, transport and formation of molecules.
How can drinking water help during exercise?
Water helps maintain hydration levels, replaces fluids lost through sweat, regulates body temperature, and supports muscle function, which reduces the risk of fatigue and cramping during exercise.
Why is it important to consume unsaturated fats
can boost the delivery of oxygen, improve endurance recovery and reduce joint inflammation
What is the top source of protein
Which micronutrient can help
our bodies absorb iron better?
Vitamin C