HE Yr9 Booklet 1 Flashcards
What is the definition of source
The food a nutrient is found in
What is the definition of function
The job a nutrient has in the body
What is the definition of diet
The food we eat on a day to day basis
What is the definition of nutrient
A substance found in food that has a specific function in the body
What is the definition of deficiency
Not getting enough of a nutrient
What is the definition of excess
Getting too much of a nutrient
What is the definition of food
Anything we eat or drink
What is the definition of nutrition
The study of food and its affects in the body
What is a GP
The first point of contact for patients with health concerns
What is a dietitian
This person give advice to individuals and groups about their diets.
What is a specialist nurse
This is someone who usually work’s alongside doctor in a hospital or health centre to monitor and advise individual patients
What are the five main nutrients
Protein
Fat
Carbohydrates
Vitamins
Minerals
How much should a women drink
1.6 litres of fluid per day
How much should a man drink per day
Men should drink 2 litres
What are four causes of dehydration
Excessive sweating in high temperature
Vomiting or diarrhoea
Low fluid intake
Excessive sweating during exercise
What are four symptoms of dehydration
Headache
This
Dry mouth
Confusion
Lack of concentration
Tiredness
Fatigue
Dark coloured urine
Where is dietary fibre found
Only in plant foods
What does dietary fibre do
It absorbs water
Swells and provides bulk to help move food around the body
How is constipation caused
Is not enough fibre is eaten
4 sources of dietary fibre
Whole grain cereal
Fruit and veg with skin
Brown rice
Potatoes with skin
Protein function
Rapid growth and repair maintenance
Protein sources
Beef
pork
fish
eggs
Kidney beans
Lentils
Chick peas
Protein effects of excess
Damage kidneys
fat function
Concentrated source of energy
Fat source
Butter
Cream
Bacon
Sausages
Nuts
Sunflower oils
What can too much saturated fat lead to
Coronary hear disease
Carbohydrate function
Supply body with energy
Carbohydrate sources
Bread
Pasta
Rice
Potatoes
Sugary things
Sweets
Case
Buns
Fizzy drinks
What can too much sugar lead to
Diabetes
2 functions iron is needed for
Healthy red blood cells Haemoglobin
Prevent anemia
Haem iron sources
Beef
Pork
Fish
Non haem sorces
Eggs
Nuts
Dried fruit
5 foods high in vitamin c
Berries
Kiwi
Currants
Peppers
Cabbage
