Unit 2

Question 1

Six reasons to get enough sleep

Answer 1

Learning and memory
Metabolism and weight
Safety
Mood
Cardiovascular health
Disease prevention

Question 2

Carbohydrates function

Answer 2

Primary source of energy, provides glucose. Body is easily able to use carbs as fuel

Question 3

Types of carbohydrates

Answer 3

Complex (starch and fibre)
Principle carbohydrates in grains and veggies
Simple (sugars)
50-60% of diet

Question 4

What is fibre

Answer 4

A complex carb.
It’s part of the food that cannot be digested. Keeps the digestive system running smoothly and eliminating waste on a regular basis

Question 5

Function of protein

Answer 5

Body requires protein for growth and tissue formation. Proteins transport oxygen and nutrients to the blood.

Question 6

What are amino acids

Answer 6

Protein that is broken down into 20 different types of amino acids. 9 are needed that cannot be made in the body

Question 7

What are complete proteins

Answer 7

Animal based proteins

Question 8

What is an incomplete protein

Answer 8

Vegetable sources of protein, does not include the 9 essential amino acids

Question 9

Function of fat

Answer 9

Fat is needed for cushioning vital organs. Helps maintain body temp. Fat deposits is a source of heat and energy for the muscles

Question 10

Daily requirement for fat

Answer 10

20-30% of your total Daily calories

Question 11

What are saturated fats

Answer 11

Animal fats (biproducts) that are solid at room temperature like butter

Question 12

What are poly/unsaturated fats

Answer 12

Seeds and nuts that are liquid at room temperature

Question 13

What are trans fats

Answer 13

The fake hydrogenated fats

Question 14

Functions of vitamins

Answer 14

Organic substances that are required in your diet is tiny amount.
They also assist in processing other nutrients

Question 15

What are water soluble vitamins

Answer 15

B (meat, dairy, starchy veggies)
C (citrus fruits, spinach)

Question 16

Fat soluble vitamins

Answer 16

A (dairy, dark green leafy vegetables)
D (eggs, salmon/tuna)
E (veggie oils, whole grains)
K ( liver, tomatoes)

Question 17

Risks of too little body fat

Answer 17

Not enough energy reserves, body insulation.
May delay recovery from illness

Question 18

Risks of too much body fat

Answer 18

Increased bp and risk of stroke
Risk of heart disease
Self esteem issues, fewer relationships

Question 19

How to manage body fat

Answer 19

Ensure energy intake balances energy output to maintain body fat amount
Physical activity is essential in the maintenance of body fat

Question 20

What’s a stimulant

Answer 20

It increases the CNS
Ex coffee, tobacco

Question 21

What’s a depressor

Answer 21

Relaxes the CNS
Ex opioids, alcohol