Carbohydrates
What is the classification of carbohydrates
Starch, Fibre, Sugar
What does HBV stand for
High Biological Value
What is the classification of fats
Saturated fat and unsaturated fat
Name 2 fat soluble vitamins
A, D, E, K
Function of Iron
Transports oxygen around the body, forms part of blood cells
Function of fibre
To help with digestion and prevent constipation
Name three LBV foods
Peas, Beans, Lentils, Nuts, Cereals
Two health problems associated with too much fat
Obesity, diabetes, heart problems, CHD
A source of vitamin A and a deficiency
Carrots, Eggs, Oily fish, peppers. Night blindness, dry patchy skin
3 sources of calcium
tinned fish, dairy products, leafy green veg, fortified products
Function of starch and who it might be important for
Provide energy, active people
What is the function of protein
For growth and repair of body cells
What is the function of fat
Provides heat and energy, keep us warm, protects organs
Sun , Oily fish, tinned fish, cheese, eggs, fish oils
A deficiency Disease of Calcium and explain what it is
Rickets, Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia + explanation
3 sources of fibre
Wholegrain products, skins of fruit and veg
What are three HBV foods
Red meat, fish, eggs, cheese, milk, soya beans, meat alternaatives
How do you reduce fat in the diet (2 ways)
Limit takeaways, use low fat products, low fat cooking methods, read food labels, limit convenience foods
What mineral does vitamin C help absorb and the deficiency
Iron, scurvy, delayed healing of wounds
Function of salt and RI
Help control water regulation and nerve function. 6g
3 ways to reduce sugar
Avoid buying high sugar products, swaps sugary snacks, swap sugary drinks, use artificial sweeteners
What is the recommended amount of protein a person needs (In relation to body weight)
1g of protein per 1kg of body weight
What type of fat is an Omega-3 fatty acid and whats its function
Unsaturated and it helps with brain development
Function of vitamin B, the deficiency disease and one source
Healthy nerves, healthy brain, beriberi, pellagra, meat, eggs, fortified cereals
Deficiency disease of Iron and who its important for
Anaemia and teenage girls