Nutrient Group And Food Tests Flashcards
What is malnutrition?
An unbalanced diet
What is starvation?
A complete lack of food
What can starvation cause?
Tiredness and wasting diseases
What are the 7 nutrient groups?
Carbohydrates Protein Fat Vitamins Minerals Water Fibre
Why are obese people more likely to suffer from a heart attack?
Because the extra weight carried by the body means the heart must pump more blood to the tissues. The extra pumping puts strain on the heart
What are good sources of carbohydrates?
Sugars - lactose in milk
Starch - bread, rice, pasta
What is protein used for?
Growth and repair
What is the deficiency problem for a lack of protein?
Kwashiorkor
What are good sources of fat?
Butter, bacon, fried foods
What is the deficiency problem for a lack of calcium?
Rickets
What are good sources of iron?
Red meat, green veg
Why do we need iron?
For healthy red blood cells
What is a good source of vitamin A?
Carrots
Why do we need vitamin A?
It is essential for good eye sight
What are good sources of vitamin C?
Citrus fruits, black currants
Why do we need vitamin C?
For healthy gums
What are good sources of vitamin D?
Oily fish, eggs
Why do we need vitamin D?
For absorption of calcium for bones and teeth
What is the deficiency problem for a lack of vitamin D?
Rickets/(Osteoporosis in later life)
Why do we need fibre?
To keep our guts healthy
What was the test name when testing for starch?
Iodine test
What was the colour change in the iodine test?
Orange/yellow to blue/black
What was the test name when testing for sugar?
Benedict’s test
What solution was used in the benedict’s test?
Benedict’s solution
