Nutrient Groups Flashcards
What are the 7 Nutrient groups
Carbohydrates, Fat, Protein, Vitamins, Minerals, Fibre and Water
What does the term balance diet mean
The term balanced diet means to eat the correct amount of food from each food group.
What does the term Malnutrition mean
The term malnutrition means to eat too much or too little of a nutrient. This creates unbalanced diet.
What does the term starvation mean
The term starvation means not getting enough nutrients from ANY of the food groups.
What are carbohydrates stored as if eaten in excess
Carbohydrates are stored as fat if eaten in excess
What are proteins made up of
Proteins are made up of amino acid molecules.
What is protein needed for in the body
Protein is needed for cell growth and repair
What are fats also known as
Fats are also known as Lipids
Why are fats required in the diet
Fat is required in the diet to provide energy and to insulate the body against the cold.
True or false
Minerals are necessary for both plant and animal heath.
True
What amount of minerals are essential in the diet to maintain health
A very small amount of minerals are essential in the diet to maintain health
Why are vitamins needed in the body.
Vitamins are needed in the body to regulate the metabolism and maintain the immune system
Can dietary fibre be digested
No
What is another name for dietary fibre
Roughage
What is the role of dietary fibre in the body
Dietary fibre helps keep the food moving through the gut
Why is water essential in the diet
Water is essential in the diet for cell function and body fluids
Why is too much fat dangerous
Some fat will be in the blood stream which will narrow the blood vessels and puts strain on the heart. The fatty deposits can trigger the formation of blood clots and then a heart attack can occur.
What is salt dangerous
Too much salt is linked to high blood pressure. This makes it difficult for the heart to pump the blood efficiently and your heart cannot respond during periods of exercise.
