diet related/health problems Flashcards
what is good about being on a calorie controlled diet?
prevents underweight and overweight bodies
name 4 foods you can eat on a calorie controlled diet
starchy/non starchy vegetables, eggs, poultry/meat, whole grains
what’s celiac disease and what can’t you eat?
no gluten (wheat, barley, soy)
what does celiac disease do to the body?
damages intestines
name alternative foods for celiacs
gluten free products, almond and coconut milk
what are symptoms for celiac disease?
diarrhoea, stomach pain
what is lactose?
sugar found in milk and dairy
what is lactose intolerance?
not enough lactose production, lactose stays in digestive system so gases are releases causing symptoms to occur
what are symptoms of lactose intolerance?
diarrhoea, bloating, sickness, stomach rumbling and pain
alternatives for lactose intolerant people?
lactose free cows milk, soya milk, soya cheese and yoghurts, oat and almond milk
what is iron deficiency?
lack of iron from blood loss or pregnancy
how can iron deficiency be treated?
tablets or iron rich foods
symptoms of iron deficiency?
tiredness, shortness of breath, pale skin, heart palpitations
iron rich foods include…
dark green leafy vegetables, meat, dried fruits, pulses
what is plaque?
bacteria build up from food on the teeth
