Nutritional needs of different age groups pg 12/13

Question 1

Young children 2-5yrs old

Answer 1

-2-5yrs old gradually move to a diet based on eatwell guide
-they dont have large stomachs so should have small + frequent meals
-milk is very important!!350ml a day gives the daily amount of calcium they need
-should be encouraged to try a variety of foods

Question 2

children 5-12yrs old

Answer 2

-extra demand for energy and nutrients as children are growing quickly and are active

Question 3

explain why its important that 5-12year olds have protein, name an example

Answer 3

to help them grow and repair the body
-e.g fish fingers, boiled egg

Question 4

explain why its important that 5-12year olds have carbohydrates/fat name an example

Answer 4

-provide energy for growth and physical activity
-saturated fats should be eaten in moderation
-e.g mashed potato, pasta, avocados, peanuts

Question 5

explain why its important that 5-12year olds have calcium and vitamin D name an example

Answer 5

for healthy teeth and bone development
e.g milk, tuna, salmon, cheese, yoghurt

Question 6

explain why its important that teenagers have protein name an example

Answer 6

-to cope with growth spurts
-boys need more protein than girls as mucular tissues develop
e.g omelettes, chicken

Question 7

explain why its important that teenagers have iron and vitamin C name an example

Answer 7

-teenage girls loose iron when on period so needs to be replaced
-vitamin c helps body absorb iron
-e.g spinach, beef, peppers, strawberries

Question 8

explain why its important that teenagers have calcium and vitamin D name an example

Answer 8

-the skeleton grows quick at this time
-nutrients are necessary as they help the skeleton reach peak size
e.g milk, yoghurt, tuna, salmon

Question 9

what should teenagers aim for

Answer 9

a balanced diet, according to eatwell guide

Question 10

for teenagers what can stress lead to

Answer 10

anorexia

Question 11

do men or women need more calories

Answer 11

men as they have lean muscles and are genrally taller, larger

Question 12

why do women need iron

Answer 12

as they loose it through periods

Question 13

why do adults need calcium and vitamin d

Answer 13

-to reduce the chance of bone dieaseases
-to keep the skeleton strong

Question 14

How should pregnant women adapt their diet

Answer 14

-eat 200more calories a day, towards the end to support the babys growth
-consume more folic acid, reducing the risk of birth defects, spina bifinda

Question 15

explain why elderly adults need calcium and vitamin D

Answer 15

-help stop bones becoming weak and brittle
-reduce the risk of bone diseases
-e.g milk, yoghurt, tuna, salmom

Question 16

explain why elderly adults need vitamin 12

Answer 16

-keep brain healthy
-prevent memory loss
-e.g milk, fish beef

Question 17

explain why elderly adults need fibre

Answer 17

-help prevent constipation as digestive system weakens
-e.g lentils, wholemeal bread

Question 18

explain why elderly adults need vitamin A

Answer 18

-help maintain good eyesight
-e.g scrambled eggs, liver