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Question 1

What is the role in the body of Carbohydrates

Answer 1

Act as an energy source. Help control blood glucose and insulin metabolism.

Question 2

What is the role in the body of Proteins

Answer 2

Regenerate Cell Structures

Question 3

What is the role in the body of Fats

Answer 3

Give your body energy and to support cell function. They protect your organs and keep you warm.

Question 4

What is the role in the body of Water

Answer 4

The body is made up of 50% -70%
Water forms the basis of blood, digestive juices, urine and perspiration
Contained in lean muscle, fat and bones

Question 5

What is the role in the body of Fibre

Answer 5

Eating high fiber foods is good for the digestive system and also help prevent constipation
Foods that are generally high in fibre are generally high in vitamins and nutrients.

Question 6

What is the role in the body of Vitamins

Answer 6

Vitamins are essential for bodily functions such as helping to fight infection, wound healing, making your bones stronger and regulating hormones

Question 7

What is the role in the body of Minerals

Answer 7

Minerals are involved in the formation of bones and teeth. They are essential constituents of bodily fluids and tissues. They are components of enzyme systems and they are involved in normal nerve function

Question 8

Excess Carbohydrates

Answer 8

Converts into fats and stored

Question 9

Excess Fats

Answer 9

Stored under the skin around body organs and in the bloodstream
Fats eventually clog
Viseral fats which is stored in the abdomen

Question 10

Excess Fibre

Answer 10

Fibre is excreted
can cause diarrhea and constapation

Question 11

Excess Proteins

Answer 11

Majority converted into fats and stored for energy
Some are filtered by the kidneys and exerted by the kidneys (small amounts)

Question 12

Excess Water

Answer 12

Removed By sweating, water vapouring or breathing, urinating

Question 13

Excess Vitamins

Answer 13

Some can be stored in the body
Some excreted in urine

Question 14

Excess Minerals

Answer 14

Filtered by liver and kidney: excreted in urine

Question 15

What are the 5 parts of the Australian guide to healthy eating

Answer 15

Grains
Vegetables and legumes
Lean meats
Fruit
Milk, yoghurt, cheese and alternatives

Question 16

What is the cause, symptoms of type 2 diabetes

Answer 16

Not doing enough exercise
High insulin levels

Question 17

What are the health implications of diabetes

Answer 17

heart implications and damage to nerves

Question 18

What are some specific requirements for an adolescent diet

Answer 18

Lots of calories
Protein
Calcium
Iron
Fiber
Hydration
These can all be found in a healthy diet and the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating

Question 19

What is metabolic disease

Answer 19

A metabolic disorder that negatively alters the body and distribution of macronutrients

Question 20

Why is diet important when you have metabolic disease

Answer 20

It is important to have a balanced diet to ensure that you can receive a large variety or macronutrients and a good amount. This ensures and increases the likely hood of your body receiving what it needs

Question 21

What are the different sugar types

Answer 21

fructose
Glucose
Sucrose

Question 22

What is the effect of sugar on the body

Answer 22

Provides a short amount of energy that is very high. The body responds by releasing insulin which allows the sugar to enter your bodies cells for energy