Adults Flashcards
what must be balanced to prevent from weight gain
energy levels of intakes
what is a adult
a full developed and mature grown-up
what are the nutrients needed
protein
cal.phoso,vit D
carbs
why protein
for body tissues to be maintained and are repaired properly
why cal,phoso,vit D
maintain healthy bones and to prevent osteoporosis
why carbs
it should be balanced with the persons energy levels
what should they limit of and why
saturated fat- eating less would prevent from obesity and heart diseases
salt - eating less will prevent from high blood pressure
what happens when they eat little and stabilises their blood sugar levels
keeps the metabolic rate consistent
why should adults increase their intake of fruit and veg
cause it contains ACE vitamins which are anti oxides which will prevent from heart diseases and some cancer
