B1.1.1 ~ Diet & Exercise Flashcards

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What is metabolic rate?

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Metabolic rate is the rate at which all the chemical reactions In the cells of the body take place.

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What makes a healthy diet?

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A healthy diet contains the right amount of energy and the right balance of the different foods you need.

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What is obesity?

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Obesity is caused by people taking in more food than they’re required. You are overweight

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What does malnourished mean?

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A person Is malnourished if their diet is not balanced.

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Who needs the most amount of energy?

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Males
Pregnant women
Teenagers
People who exercise

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What affects metabolic rate?

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M- Muscle
E- Exercise
G- Genetics

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What types of health problems can obesity cause?

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Heart disease
High blood pressure
Type 2 diabetes
Arthritis

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What is regular exercise good for you?

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Reduces cholesterol levels
Have more muscle
Increases metabolic rate
Less likely to be overweight

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The amount of energy you need depends on…

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Metabolic rate 
Age
Gender
Exercise 
Climate temperature
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