Lecture 4

Question 1

Define diet

Answer 1

The foods and beverages one consumes. The quality of which affects the quality of life and the risk of chronic disease.

Question 2

What are the nutrient statements NZ Eating and Activity Guideline Statements for Adults?

Answer 2

1) Enjoy a variety of foods every day
2) Choose and/or prepare foods and drinks with unsaturated fats, low sodium (or iodised salt), little or no added sugar, that are mostly whole and less processed
3) Make plain water your first choice over other drinks
4) If you drink alcohol, keep your intake low
5) Buy or gather, prepare, cook, and store food to ensure it is safe to eat.

Question 3

What is the body weight statement from the NZ eating and activity guidelines?

Answer 3

Making good choices about what you eat and drink and being physically active are also important to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight.

Question 4

What are the activity statements in the NZ eating and activity guidelines?

Answer 4

1) Sit less, move more. Break up long periods of sitting.
2) Do at least 2 and 1/2 hours of moderate or 1 and 1/4 hours of vigorous physical activity spread throughout the week.
3) For extra health benefits, aim for 5 hours of moderate, or 2 and 1/2 hours of vigorous physical activity spread throughout the week