diet and energy balance Flashcards
definition of diet
what we should eat on a daily basis
what is a balanced diet
eating the right foods in the correct amounts
enables us to work and exercise
energy in to energy out
if we eat too little with a high amount of exercise you could become under weight
if we eat too much in relation to the exercise we do you could become overweight
What are macronutrients needed for
Energy
Growth
Repair
What are the three macronutrients
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Fats
Why do we need carbohydrates
Provide us with energy for both anaerobic and aerobic
Should be eaten at great quantities
Why do we need proteins
Used for growth and repair of muscles
Can produce energy
Aid hypertrophy (muscle growth) may be used for sprinters
Why do we need fats
Provides energy ( eaten in moderation)
Easily stores in body which leads to weight gain
Form small percent of macronutrient diet
How are macronutrients required to be used
In large quantities
What are the micronutrients
Minerals and vitamins
How are vitamins and minerals useful
Help with immune system
General health and growth
Where are vitamins and minerals found
Fruit and veg
Where is calcium found and what is it’s purpose
Milk and cheese
Stronger bones
Where is iron found and what is it’s purpose
Meat
Oxygen carrying capacity
Where is vitamin D found and what is it’s purpose
Dairy products
Helps absorb calcium
