Adolescence

Question 1

List 3 reasons energy requirements skew during adolescence

Answer 1

1. Gender divide in muscle mass
2. Changes in physical activity levels
3. More intense growth spurts

Question 2

List the protein/kg intake for male and female adolescents

Answer 2

Male: 0.99g/kg
Females: 0.77g/kg

Question 3

List the 5 most important micronutrients during this time

Answer 3

Iron
Calcium
Zinc
B12
Folate

Question 4

True or false? Almost 1/2 of peak bone mass for males occurs during adolescence

Answer 4

True

Question 5

List 6 factors that may cause irregular eating habits in teens

Answer 5

Peer attitudes and behaviours
Parental practices and attitudes towards food
Food availability
Food preference
Cost
Convenience
Ethical/Personal beliefs and values
Mass media
Body image

Question 6

True or False? Snacks provide 1/3 of a teens energy intake

Answer 6

False - they contribute to 1/4

Question 7

List 4 side effects of caffeine

Answer 7

Affects sleep quality
Disrupts dental hygiene
Heart palpitations
Increases anxiety
Possible hyperactivity/difficulty concentrating
GI upset
Stimulant dependency

Question 8

List the effects of B vitamins and examples of sources

Answer 8

B6 & 12 - positive effects on memory
Thiamine - improves clarity of thought

Wholegrain cereals, seeds, nuts, fortified cereals, leafy greens, eggs, meat

Question 9

List the effects of vitamin E and examples of sources

Answer 9

Improves cognitive ability after trauma

Avocado, nuts, seeds, oils, olives

Question 10

List the effects of flavonoids and examples of sources

Answer 10

Enhance cognitive function

Red wine, dark chocolate, green tea

Question 11

List the effects of iron and examples of sources

Answer 11

Improves cognitive performance in young women

Red meat, legumes

Question 12

List the effects of omega 3 fatty acids and examples of sources

Answer 12

Maintenance of normal brain function

Fatty fish, walnuts, canola oil

Question 13

List 6 common health concerns for overweight/obese teens

Answer 13

Type 2 diabetes
Hypertension
Dyslipidaemia
Insulin resistance
Sleep apnoea
Orthopaedic problems
Body image disturbances
Low self esteem

Question 14

List 5 signs and symptoms of disordered eating

Answer 14

1. Frequent dieting
2. Chronic weight fluctuations
3. Rigid rituals around food and exercise
4. Guilt and shame associated with eating
5. Loss of control, compulsion around food
6. Food restriction, fasting or purging