Area of study 3

Question 1

anemia

Answer 1

a condition characterised by a reduced ability of the body to deliver enough oxygen to the cells due to a lack of healthy red blood cells

Question 2

cholesterol

Answer 2

a type of fat required for optimal functioning of the body that, in excess, can lead to a range of health concerns including the blocking of the arteries (atherosclerosis). It can be ‘bad’ low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or ‘good’ high-density lipoprotein (HDL).

Question 3

discretionary foods

Answer 3

foods and drinks not necessary to provide the nutrients the body needs, but that may add variety. However, many of these foods are high in kilojoules and are therefore described as energy dense.

Question 4

fortified

Answer 4

when a nutrient has been artificially added to food to increase its nutritional value

Question 5

macronutrient

Answer 5

nutrient that is required by the body in large amounts (for example, protein, carbohydrates, fats)

Question 6

micronutrient

Answer 6

nutrient that is required by the body in small amounts (for example, minerals and vitamins)

Question 7

osteoporosis

Answer 7

a condition characterised by a reduction in bone mass that makes bones more likely to break and fracture due to a calcium defficiency

Question 8

Australian Guide to Healthy Eating

Answer 8

developed by a government organisation based off the australian dietary guidelines providing butrition advice to prevent short and long term consequences associated with nutritional imbalance. it includes carbohydrates, protein, dairy, fruit and vegetables. it also displays foods to have in small amounts and only eat sometimes.

Question 9

Health star rating

Answer 9

Rates the overall nutritional profile of packaged food ranging from 1/2 star to 5 stars. based on comparing energy, risk nutrients, sodium, sugars and protective nutrients.

Question 10

Healthy Eating Pyramid

Answer 10

developed by a non-government organisation. It represents the 5 basic food groups.

Question 11

dietitians

Answer 11

have additional qualifications beyond nutritionists, can work in hospitals and medical therapy, provide dietary treatments, work with individuals.

Question 12

nutritionist

Answer 12

have qualifications in food science and nutrition, work in community health roles and research, cannot provide medical treatment.

Question 13

R.E.A.L strategy

Answer 13

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