Drugs & Risk Taking
What is a drug?
A substance that has a physiological effect on the body. It can be legal or illegal.
Which common stimulant is found in coffee and energy drinks?
Caffeine.
Alcohol belongs to which drug classification?
A depressant.
Name three of Australia's five food groups.
Any three:
Which column should you use when comparing two food labels?
The per 100 g column.
Name two reasons why young people might take drugs.
What is the recommended maximum daily caffeine intake for teenagers?
Up to 100 mg per day.
What is the legal drinking age in Australia?
18 years old.
Which macronutrient is the body's main source of energy?
Carbohydrates.
According to the slides, foods should ideally contain less than how much sugar per 100 g?
Less than 15 g per 100 g.
What is the difference between a legal and an illegal drug?
Legal drugs are allowed by law (sometimes with restrictions), while illegal drugs are against the law to make, sell or use.
Name two short-term effects of consuming too much caffeine.
Any two:
What does BAC stand for?
Blood Alcohol Concentration.
What is the difference between macronutrients and micronutrients?
Macronutrients are needed in large amounts (carbohydrates, proteins and fats), while micronutrients are needed in small amounts (vitamins and minerals).
Why is the serving size important when reading a nutrition label?
Because one package may contain multiple servings, so eating the whole package means consuming more nutrients and energy than listed for one serving.
Explain the difference between a positive risk and a negative risk.
Positive risks help people grow, learn and build confidence, while negative risks increase the chance of harm or injury.
Name three common hallucinogens.
Any three:
Give two short-term effects alcohol has on the body.
Answer: Any two:
Name two vitamins and explain one job of each.
Example:
(Any correct vitamin and function.)
Name two different words that may mean "sugar" on an ingredients list.
Name three factors that influence how people view or take risks.
Any three:
Explain two long-term effects of cannabis or hallucinogen use.
Any two:
Name three long-term effects of excessive alcohol use.
Any three:
Explain why proteins are important after exercise.
Proteins help build and repair muscles and other body tissues after exercise.
Explain why whole foods are generally healthier than processed foods.
Whole foods usually contain more natural nutrients, fewer artificial additives, and less added sugar, salt and unhealthy fats.