Chapter 2 - Diet

Question 1

Balanced Diet

Answer 1

It is defined as eating; 
•The right amount 
•The right amount of calories 
•Accordinf to how much you exercise
•Different food types to provide suitable nutrients, vitamins and minerals

Question 2

Calorie

Answer 2

A unit which measures heat or energy production in the body, normally expressed as Kcal.

Question 3

Carbohydrate

Answer 3

The body’s proffered energy source.

Question 4

Dehydration

Answer 4

Excessive loss of body water interrupting the function of the body.

Question 5

Rehydration

Answer 5

Consuming water to restore hydration.

Question 6

Minerals

Answer 6

In organic substances which assist the body with many of its functions. eg, bone formation (Calcuim).

Question 7

Nutrition

Answer 7

The intake of food, considered in relation to the body’s dietary needs. Good nutrition is an adequate, well balanced diet, combined with regular physical activity.

Question 8

Obese

Answer 8

A term used to describe people with a large fat content, cause by an imbalance of calories consumed to energy expenditures A body mass index (BMI) of over 30 or over 25% above standard weight for height ratio.

Question 9

Vitamins

Answer 9

Organic substances that are required for many essential processes in the body. eg, Vitamin A for structure and function of the skin.