Balanced Diet Flashcards
What does convalescene mean?
Getting better from something, for example a cold or the flew.
How do u describe energy?
Energy is the ability to preform any task.
What is the energy content in food measured in?
Kilocalories/ kilojoules
Is basal metronomic rate (BMR) the least or greatest amount of energy needed to keep the body alive?
Least
Where is most fibre found?
In whole grain products
Give examples of saturated fats?
Milk, cheese, yoghurt
Give examples of unsaturated fats?
Oily fish, beans, peas and lentils
Name two types of healthier cooking methods?
Steaming and grilling
Is saturated fats or unsaturated fats better for you?
Unsaturated
What can salt cause?
High blood pressure
What type of milk can babies only have?
Breast milk or formula milk
How long should babies be breast fed or given formula milk?
6 months
When can solid foods such as baby rice, pureed root vegetables and cooked fruits be introduced to babies?
4-6 months old
Avoid using ___?___ baby foods and do not add ___?___ is salt to baby foods.
Convenience
Sugar
What does red meat provide for 4-6 months old babies?
Iron
How old should a child be to have cows milk?
At least 1 year old
What does raw eggs cause?
Salmonella
Eggs, nuts, seeds and honey are what vitamins?
A,D,E,K
Fat-soluble vitamins and minerals is what?
Calcium for children under 5
Too much ___?___ should be avoided for toddlers?
Fibre
How many children are overweight or obese in Ireland?
1 in 4
What is obesity defined as?
Abnormal or excessive fat accumulation
According to the Healthy Ireland (HI) Survey, almost what percentage of children consume snack foods or sugary food every day?
65%
Important nutrients for children are:
___?___
___?___
___?___
Protein
Calcium
Iron
