diseases/ nutrient functions

Question 1

List 3 functions of starch in the diet. [3]

Answer 1

-Provide energy for physical activity
-Provide energy for bodily functions
-Adds bulk to our diet

Question 2

Name 2 functions of protein in the body. [2]

Answer 2

-Repair of cells and tissue
-second source of energy

Question 3

Name 2 functions of fat in the body. [2]

Answer 3

-Energy source
-Form structure of cells

Question 4

give 4 functions of water in the diet. [4]

Answer 4

-Regulate body temperature
-Transports nutrients in red blood cells around the body
-prevents constipation
-helps work bodily functions normally eg digestion.

Question 5

Name 3 factors that contribute to Coronary Heart Disease. [3]

Answer 5

-Obesity
-High cholesterol levels
-Low level of exercise

Question 6

Name 3 factors that can reduce Coronary Heart Disease (& HBP). [3]

Answer 6

-Eat more fruit & vegetables
-Eat unsaturated fats
-Exercise more

Question 7

Name 3 factors that can reduce High Blood Pressure (& CHD). [3]

Answer 7

-Eat more fruit & vegetables
-Eat unsaturated fats
-Eat a varied diet

Question 8

Name a disease due to low calcium. [1]

Answer 8

Ricketts - Soft bones in children

Question 9

Name a disease due to low fibre. [1]

Answer 9

Diverticulitis - Bowel becomes inflamed

Question 9

Name a disease due to low iron. [1]

Answer 9

Anaemia - Tiredness and lack of energy due to low red blood cell count.

Question 10

Name 2 groups who need enough iron in their diet. [2]

Answer 10

-Teenage girls and women - to cope with menstruation
-Pregnant women - to support baby’s bloody supply

Question 11

Explain Type 2 Diabetes.[4]

Answer 11

-Little insulin produced by pancreas.
-Insulin produced controls glucose in blood stream.
-Diagnosed due to poor diet in older age, but also those younger.
-Treated with exercise and a healthy diet (EWG).