Balanced Diet Flashcards

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What is a balanced diet?

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A diet which gives all six essential nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals and water) in the correct proportions.

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What is the function of carbohydrates, and where are they found?

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They provide energy, and are found in pasta and rice.

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What is the function of proteins, and where are they found?

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They are needed for growth and tissue repair, and are found in meat and fish.

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What is the function of lipids, and where are they found?

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They provide energy, and are found in butter and oily fish.

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What is the function of Vitamin A, and where is it found?

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It helps to improve vision, and is found in liver and carrots.

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What is the function of Vitamin C, and where is it found?

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It is needed to prevent scurvy, and is found in most fruits.

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What is the function of Vitamin D, and where is it found?

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It is needed for the absorption of calcium, and is found in eggs.

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What is the function of calcium, and where is it found?

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It is needed to keep bones and teeth healthy, and is found in milk and cheese

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What is the function of iron, and where is it found?

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It is needed to produce haemoglobin for the blood, and is found in red meat.

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What is the function of water, and where is it found?

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A constant supply of water is necessary to replenish that lost through bodily processes such as urinating, breathing and sweating.

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What is the function of dietary fibre, and where is it found?

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Dietary fibre is a non-essential nutrient that helps to aid the movement of food through the alimentary canal (peristalsis). It is found in wholemeal bread and fruit.

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Which three factors might a person’s energy requirements be dependent on?

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  1. Activity Level: More active people require more energy.
  2. Age: Young people require more energy in order to facilitate growth.
  3. Pregnancy: Pregnant women require more energy so that their babies can fully develop.
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