B1b Part 2 Human Health And Diet Flashcards
1
Q
EAR
A
Estimated average daily requirement of protein
EAR in g= 0.6 x body mass in kg
2
Q
Obese
A
Very overweight
3
Q
First class proteins
A
All of the essential amino acids
Animal origin
4
Q
Second class proteins
A
Proteins from plants
5
Q
Kwashiorkor
A
Protein deficiency Developing countries Overpopulation Famine is common Crops fail Limited investment in agriculture techniques
6
Q
Poor diet…
A
Low self esteem, poor self image, desire for perfection
7
Q
BMI
A
Body mass index
Mass relative to height
Mass in kg /(height in m^2)
