Diet Flashcards
1
Q
All forms of diet categories
A
- carbohydrates
- protein
- fibre
- minerals
- fats
- vitamins
2
Q
what food provides energy
A
carbohydrates, proteins,fats
3
Q
our diet with carbohydrates
A
- quick form of energy
- 60% of our diet should be carbohydrates
- running athletes should eat more carbohydrates
4
Q
our diet with fats
A
- provides slow energy
- 25% of our diet should be fats
- walking and slow pace exercises
- oils, dairy, nuts, oats
5
Q
our diet with fibre
A
- good for the digestive system
- helps with weight control
- fruit, veg, wholegrain cereals
6
Q
our diet with minerals
A
- helps the body grow
- keeps us hydrated
7
Q
our diet with vitamins
A
- helps the body grow
- C) fruit and veg
- A) healthy skin and good eyesight
- D) keeps bones and teeth strong
8
Q
our diet with proteins
A
- form of energy
- builds and repairs muscles
- 15% of diet should be protein
- “power” athletes would require more protein
9
Q
calorie requirments for adult male and female
A
male = 2500
female = 2000
10
Q
how weight gain occurs
A
calories eaten > calories burned
11
Q
how weight loss occurs
A
calories eaten < calories burned
12
Q
how to keep a healthy weight
A
calories eaten = calories burned
