Nutrition Flashcards
What nutrient is found in pasta and rice?
Pasta and rice have lots of carbohydrate.
What can happen if you don’t eat enough?
Starvation can happen if you don’t eat enough.
What can happen if you eat too much?
Obesity can happen if you eat too much.
Who needs more energy each day?
Athletes use more energy each day and so need more.
What are the correct units of energy?
Joules are the correct units for energy.
What does a deficiency in vitamin A cause?
A deficiency in vitamin A can cause blindness
What does a deficiency in iron cause?
A deficiency in iron can cause anaemia
What is the main reason why we need protein in our diet?
We need protein in our diet for growth and repair.
What are the nutrients needed for energy?
The nutrients needed for energy are carbohydrates and fat.
Which nutrient cannot be digested?
Fibre cannot be digested.
