Food exercise related functions - Balls paper 2

Question 1

Carbohydrates

Answer 1

source of fast release energy, used at all intensities, aerobic and anaerobic, slow and quick release.

Question 2

Fibre

Answer 2

Slows food break down for a sustained energy release

Question 3

Protein

Answer 3

Minor source of energy, growth and repair of muscle tissue, (non-exercise related: Hormones, enzymes, haemoglobin and RBC’s)

Question 4

Vitamin B12

Answer 4

Cell growth, blood formation and function, nerve structure and function, energy release during exercise.

Question 5

Vitamin B complex

Answer 5

B1 - nervous system health
B2 - skin, eyes, and nervous system health.
B6 - form haemoglobin, stores energy from protein and carbohydrates.

Question 6

Vitamin C

Answer 6

Collagen production/ connective tissue - cartilage (bone to bone)

Question 7

Vitamin D

Answer 7

Controls the absorption of calcium, bone formation and structure, aids phosphorus absorption.

Question 8

Sodium

Answer 8

Regulates body’s fluid levels and electrolyte balance.
Too much linked to raised blood pressure, heart disease and stroke.

Question 9

TWO TYPES OF STROKE

Answer 9

Ischemic - blockage of blood vessel in brain.
hemorrhagic - bleeding in or around the brain.

Question 10

Iron

Answer 10

Formation of haemoglobin and RBC’s, needed for sustained metabolism, removal of drugs from body.

Question 11

Calcium

Answer 11

Bones and teeth strength, needed for nerve/muscle function.