Nutrition

Question 1

Personal diet and nutrition:

1. _________ factors have to do with how the food is produced.
2. _________ factors influence us when we want to eat what our friends eat or what we see advertised by the media.
3. ________ factors deal with how money affects our choice of foods.
4. ________ factors often include religious considerations.
5. ________ factors influence what we eat with support from the government.

Answer 1

1. Ecological.
2. Social.
3. Economic.
4. Cultural.
5. Political.

Question 2

What are carbohydrates for?

Answer 2

They are important for providing energy.

Question 3

What are proteins for?

Answer 3

They build up your body and help you to resist disease.

Question 4

What are fats and oils for?

Answer 4

They are high in energy and essential for body functions.

Question 5

What are vitamins and minerals for?

Answer 5

They are essential for health.