nutrition

Question 1

what are the five food groups in the Australian guild to healthy eating (plate)?

Answer 1

vegetables, fruit, grains- (cereals, whole grains), meats and alternatives, dairy and alternatives

Question 2

what are four key functional foods

Answer 2

1. probiotics and prebiotics
2. whole grains
3. omega-3 fatty acids
4. antioxidants

Question 3

2 health benefits of probiotics and prebiotics

Answer 3

1. they enhance nutrient absorption from the bowel

2. they can protect against bowel cancer

Question 4

2 health benefits of whole grains

Answer 4

1. folic acid in whole grains can reduce the risk of birth defects and heart disease
2. fibre found in grains improves gastrointestinal health

Question 5

2 health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids

Answer 5

1. can reduce risk of heart disease

2. can reduce risk of some cancers, arthritis, neurological disorders ( like depression) and siabetes

Question 6

2 health benefits of antioxidants

Answer 6

1. can help improve healthy vision

2. can maintain brain function and strong immune system

Question 7

what are functional foods?

Answer 7

they functional foods/super foods) are foods that have been scientifically proven to provide more than basic nutrition to us.
they improve our health and have a range of health benefits

Question 8

what is the recommended intake of vegetables for boys and girls age group 14-18?

Answer 8

boys 5 1/2 servings

girls 5 servings

Question 9

what is the recommended intake of fruits for boys and girls age group 14-18?

Answer 9

2 servings

Question 10

what is the recommended intake of grains for boys and girls age group 14-18?

Answer 10

7 servings

Question 11

what is the recommended intake of meat products and alternatives for boys and girls age group 14-18?

Answer 11

2 1/2 servings

Question 12

what is the recommended intake of dairy products and alternatives for boys and girls age group 14-18?

Answer 12

3 1/2 servings

Question 13

how many layers are there in the Healthy Eating Pyramid (HEP)?

Answer 13

5

Question 14

what are the layers in the H.E.Pyramid

Answer 14

ground- spices/herbs and water
1st layer- vegetables and fruits
2nd layer- grains
3rd layer dairy, meat products and alternatives
4th layer- healthy eating fats

Question 15

what should we eat sparingly in the H.E.P?

Answer 15

salt and sugars

Question 16

whats the main difference between the Australian guild to healthy eating and the Aboriginal/ Torres strait islander guild to healthy eating?

Answer 16

islander eats kangaroos,lizards and crabs while Australians don’t

Question 17

why should you eat a variety of foods?

Answer 17

1. so you can get all the vitamins and minerals your body needs
2. so you don’t get sick of eating the same food over and over again, then never eat it again.
3. not enough nutrients causes disease and decay to your body like rickets,iron / iodine poisoning, cardiovascular diseases