Energy, Tips, In/soluble Fibres And Water Flashcards

1
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8 tips

A

Base meals on starchy foods

Eat lots of fruit and vegetables

Eat more fish (portion of oily fish each week)

Cut down on saturated fat and sugar

Eat less sugar (6g a day)

Exercise

Don’t get thirsty

Don’t skip breakfast

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2
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2 reasons and examples of Fortification

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To prevent deficiency disorders-Anaemia and osteoporosis

To replace nutrients lost during processing- B group vitamins are added to brown and white flour

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3
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Two types of food additives and there function and where found

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Preservatives - extend shelf life - Bread, biscuits

Flavouring and flavouring enhancers. - replaces flavour lost during processing -soup, sauces

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4
Q

How much energy do we need

A

Depends on the person and Basal Metabolic Rate and Physical Activity Level

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5
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Total energy expenditure

A

BMR x PAL

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6
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DRV

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Dietary Reference Values

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7
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Energy for babies, young children and teens

A

Needs more energy for there size to grow and be active

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8
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Energy for pregnant women

A

EAR Increased by 2000kcal a day in the last 3 months of trimester

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9
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EAR

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Estimated Average Requirements

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10
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Basal Metabolic Rate

A

Rate which a person uses energy to maintain body functions when at rest

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11
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BMR examples

A

Breathing
Keeping warm
Keeping the heart beating

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12
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Energy for after age 18

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Decrease and remain the same till 50

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13
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Physical activities

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Sport
Activities at work
Walking
Cycling

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14
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Young peoples recommended physical activities

A

At least 60 minutes of intense activity everyday

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15
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Adults recommended physical activities

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At least 150 minutes of aerobic activity every week or 75 minutes

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16
Q

BMI

A

Body Mass Index

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17
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Body Mass Index

A

Identify if an adult is a correct weight for height

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18
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How to calculate BMI

A

BMI = weight/height

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19
Q

BMI range for underweight

A

Less than 18.5

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20
Q

BMI range for healthy range

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18.5 to 25

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21
Q

BMI range for overweight

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25 to 30

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22
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BMI range for obese class 1

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30 to 35

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23
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BMI range for obese class 2

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35 to 40

24
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BMI range for severely obese class 3

A

Over 40

25
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Energy balance

A

Maintain body weight and balance energy intake with energy expenditure

26
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Positive energy balance

A

Energy intake is higher than energy output and in time lead to weight gain

27
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Negative energy balance

A

Energy intake is lower than energy output and in time lead to weight loss

28
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Positive energy balance what it is

A

Consuming more energy than required

Energy is stored as fat

Person puts on weight overtime

Risk of cancer, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease

Large amount of weight and fat around the waist risk of health problems

29
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Negative energy balance what it is

A

Person loses weight

Overtime result in weight loss

Osteoporosis and heart failure

Energy is derived from energy stores

30
Q

Symptoms of dehydration

A

Thirst Dry mouth lips and eyes
Dizziness. Confusion
Headache Changes in blood pressure
Tiredness Dark coloured urine

31
Q

Blood

A

Water transports nutrients and oxygen through the body

32
Q

Blood pressure

A

Water helps to maintain blood pressure

33
Q

Bowel health

A

Water helps to prevent constipation

34
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Chemical reactions

A

Water assists reactions in the body
(E.g. absorption of nutrients and digestion)

35
Q

Excretion

A

Water helps the kidneys filter waste

36
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Joints

A

Water provides fluid to keep joints mobile

37
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Saliva

A

Water helps swallowing

38
Q

Spinal fluid

A

Water Cushions the nervous system

39
Q

Temperature control

A

Water helps to regulate the body temperature

40
Q

Tears

A

Water helps to form tears to lubricate the eyes

41
Q

Sources of water

A

Fruit Yoghurt
Vegetables Lower fat milk
Sugar free drinks
Tea Coffee

42
Q

Where is fibre found

A

Only found in food that comes from plants

43
Q

The two types of fibre

A

Soluble and insoluble

44
Q

Where is fibre found

A

Food that comes from plants

45
Q

Types of fibre

A

Soluble and insoluble

46
Q

Soluble fibre is from

A

Water

47
Q

Fibre is

A

A non digestive form of carbohydrates and can’t provide energy

48
Q

Soluble fibre what it does

A

Makes you fuller

Reduces absorption of cholesterol

Reduced glucose being absorbed in the blood stream

49
Q

Insoluble fibre

A

Adds bulk
Helps with heart disease and diabetes

50
Q

Soluble sources

A

Pulses Vegetables
Oats
Grains
Fruit

51
Q

Soluble fibre

A

Dissolves in water forms into gel in the intestines which slows down absorption of carbohydrates and glucose

52
Q

Insoluble fibre doesn’t …

A

Dissolve in water

53
Q

Insoluble fibre

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Passes through the gut without breaking down and helps food move in your digestive system easier

54
Q

Insoluble fibre helps to

A

Keep your bowel healthy

Helps to prevent digestive problems like constipation, diverticular disease and reduce the risk of bowel cancer

55
Q

Insoluble fibre sources

A

Whole grain cereal
Brown rice
Fruit and vegetables
Nuts and seeds