Glossary Flashcards
What is a balanced diet?
A balanced diet contains all the nutrients in the correct amounts to meet individual nutritional needs.
What does it mean to balance food intake?
To balance food intake with physical activities to maintain a healthy body weight.
What is the main source of energy for the body?
Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for the body obtained from food.
What is dietary fibre?
Dietary fibre is a substance found in the cell walls of plants that cannot be digested.
What is fat in the context of diet?
Fat is a concentrated source of energy which should be eaten in moderation.
What does fortified food refer to?
Fortified food refers to food which has additional nutrients added.
What is moderation in diet?
Moderation means to avoid eating too much or too little of the same type of food to obtain all the nutrients we need in the correct amounts.
What are nutrients?
Nutrients are important chemical substances which allow our body to function properly.
What role does protein play in the diet?
Protein is part of the diet required for growth, repair and maintenance of body cells.
What does variety in diet mean?
Variety means to consume different types of foods as they contain different types of nutrients.
What are wholegrains?
Wholegrains are unprocessed grain that has the bran and germ intact.
