Factors Affecting Health Flashcards
1
Q
Excess carbohydrates or fat in the diet can lead to what?
A
OBESITY.
2
Q
What is obesity defined as?
A
BEING 20% OR MORE OVER MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED BODY MASS.
3
Q
What are the most common health problems that can arise due to obesity?
A
ARTHRITIS, TYPE 2 DIABETES, HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, HEART DISEASE AND SOME KINDS OF CANCER.
4
Q
What are deficiency diseases caused by?
A
A LACK OF VITAMINS AND MINERALS.
5
Q
How can exercise help boost your metabolic rate?
A
BECAUSE IT BUILDS MUSCLE.
6
Q
What is cholesterol?
A
A FATTY SUBSTANCE ESSENTIAL FOR GOOD HEALTH WHICH IS FOUND IN EVERY CELL IN THE BODY.
7
Q
People who’s diet is badly out of badly are said to be what?
A
MALNOURISHED.
