UNIT 1: Outcome 2

Question 1

types of carbohydrates

Answer 1

simple & complex

Question 2

define simple carbohydrates

Answer 2

• broken down quickly to be stored as energy
• releases glucose quickly.

Question 3

define complex carbohydrates

Answer 3

• take longer to digest
• are a more stable source of energy (glucose levels are raised longer)

Question 4

simple carbohydrate examples

Answer 4

white bread, white rice, pastries, pasta, chips, lollies, etc.

(refined sugars = lollies, soft drink, syrups)

Question 5

complex carbohydrate examples

Answer 5

whole wheat bread, oats, potatoes, quinoa, etc.

Question 6

define protein

Answer 6

• helps repair and build bodys tissues
• major source of energy
• must be consumed in order to have good health

Question 7

protein examples

Answer 7

lean meats, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy products, nuts, seeds, etc.

Question 8

bad fat

Answer 8

• saturated
• trans-fat

Question 9

good fat

Answer 9

• poly-unsaturated
• mono-unsaturated

Question 10

macronutrients

Answer 10

• nutrients used in large amounts
• carbohydrates, fat and protein.

Question 11

micronutrients

Answer 11

• vitamins and minerals
• needed in small amounts
• e.g. calcium, vitamin B.