Definitions

Question 1

What is the definition of source

Answer 1

The food a nutrient is found in

Question 2

Definition of function

Answer 2

The job a nutrient has in the body

Question 3

Definition of diet

Answer 3

The food we eat on a day to day basis

Question 4

Definition of Nutrient

Answer 4

A substance found in food that has a specific function in the body

Question 5

Definition of deficiency

Answer 5

Not getting enough of a nutrient

Question 6

Definition of excess

Answer 6

Getting to much of a nutrient

Question 7

Definition of Food

Answer 7

Anything we eat or drink

Question 8

Definition of Nutrition

Answer 8

The study of food and its effects on the body

Question 9

Definition of GP

Answer 9

First point of contact of patients with health concerns. Carries out tests on which the patient’s symptoms are

Question 10

Definition of Dietician

Answer 10

Gives advice about your diet. Carries out research on the effect food has on the body

Question 11

Definition of specialist nurse

Answer 11

Works alongside a doctor. Monitors and advises patients.