Diet and Metabolic Rate Flashcards
What do Fats do?
They provide Warmth and Energy for animals
What do Carbohydrates do?
They release energy
What do Proteins do?
Growth, Cell repair and replacement
What do Fibres do in diet?
They keep everything moving in your digestive system
What do Vitamins and Minerals do?
Generally keep everything healthy
What is your metabolic rate?
The rate at which chemical reactions that provide your bodies energy happen at.
What is metabolism?
The reactions in the body that make energy.
What are the factors in Resting Metabolic Rate?
- Muscle to fat ratio
- How large you are in size
- Men usually have a slightly higher metabolism
- Regular Exercise
- Genetic Factors
What is Malnourishment?
A diet that is out of balance
What is obesity defined as?
20% or more over the maximum recommended Body Mass
What are some health problems caused by Obesity?
Arthritis
Type 2 Diabetes
High Blood Pressure
Heart disease
What can too much saturated fat cause?
A high cholesterol level
What can too much salt cause?
High blood pressure and Heart problems
What are some of the effects of not eating enough?
- Slow growth in children
- Fatigue
- Poor immune systems
- Irregular periods in women
What are deficiency diseases?
Diseases caused by a lack of vitamins and minerals
