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June Test Revision Flashcards

1
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Basic function of all carbohydrates.

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To supply the body with energy.

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2
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Examples of starchy carbs

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Potato, bread, rice, pasta, couscous

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Examples of sugary carbs

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Chocolate, fizzy drinks, ice cream, biscuits, sweets

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4
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What happens when you have to many carbohydrates?

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Excess calories stored as body fat = obesity

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5
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What happens when you have too much sugar?

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Tooth decay, obesity

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6
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What does fibre prevent?

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Constipation, bowel cancer, diverticulitis. It absorbs water, swells and provides bulk to help move food through the body.

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7
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How much fibre should you have per day?

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30g

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Functions of calcium

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  1. To form strong bones and teeth in adolescents and children.
  2. To maintain strong bones and teeth in adults.
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9
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Dairy based sources of calcium

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Milk, yoghurt, cheese.

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10
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Non dairy based sources of calcium

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Lentils, soya milk, tinned fish

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11
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Portion sizes

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Milk = 200ml/glass
Yoghurt = 150g/pot
Cheese = 30g
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12
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What is Vit D also known as?

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Sunshine vitamin

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13
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Sources of Vit D

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Oily fish, egg, cheese

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How if Vit D formed?

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Sunlight (UV light) hits our skin it causes a chemical reaction beneath the surface of the skin which helps the body to make its own Vitamin D

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15
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Functions of Vitamin D

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  1. Allows body to absorb and use calcium

2. Helps to form and maintain strong bones and teeth

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16
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Tips for food safety when shopping

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Check date, pack it safely, make sure it’s packaged properly

17
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What are use by dates?

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Use by dates must be eaten by this date as they are perishable foods and if eaten after could cause food poisoning

18
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What are use by dates?

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Best before dates will remain safe for a long time if unopened. They will be at their best quality for a long time.

19
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What conditions does bacteria need to grow?

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Warmth, moisture, food, time

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