Fibre & Water Flashcards
1
Q
What is Water important for?
A
Healthy Skin
Absorption of Water soluble nutrients
Prevent dehydration
Improve brain functions
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2
Q
How much water should we drink?
A
6-8 glasses a day
2L a day
3
Q
How much of the human body is water?
A
70%
4
Q
Where can we get water from.
A
Fruit Juice
Smoothies
Yoghurts
Soups
Milk
Certain fruits
Tap
Stream
River
5
Q
What drinks don’t count towards your intake?
A
Tea & coffee
6
Q
What factors may impact hydration?
A
Age
High Altitude
Activity Level
Weather
Illness
7
Q
How much fibre should adults have?
A
30g/day
8
Q
What are the 2 types of fibre?
A
Soluble
Insoluble
9
Q
Where is soluble fibre found in?
A
Apples
Bananas
Root vegetables
Grains
10
Q
Where are insoluble fibre found?
A
High fibre cereal foods
Whole meal bread
Vegetables with skin
Nuts and seeds
