Common Nutritional Terms Related To Exercise And Health Flashcards
Define health & name the organisation that defined it
The current world health organisation (WHO) : 1948
’ a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity ‘
Define wellness and name the company that defines it
’ state of being healthy ‘
(Cambridge english dictionary 2016)
’ state of being in good physical and mental health ‘
(Collins English dictionary 2016)
What are the five ways to wellbeing
Connect Be active Take notice Keep learning Give
The five ways to wellbeing are developed by who
The new economics foundation
Who are the five ways to wellbeing used by
Health organisations
Schools and community projects
Who gave wellbeing its broad definition?
The departments of environment, food and rural affairs
What does the word diet refer to?
Individuals current eating pattern
Define healthy eating
Eating food that promotes optimal health of all body systems and prevents the development of disease
What does a balanced diet involve? Why is it good?
Regulating the quantities of food groups consumed
Overconsumption of one food group at the expense of another has the potential to upset the body’s balance
Define nutrition
Involves the delivery of essential materials (required to promote optimal health and growth) to cells and organisms
What are the macronutrients that we need and why do we need them
Carbs, protein and fat
Provide energy and maintain a healthy body
What are micronutrients and why do we need them
vitamins and minerals
Small amounts to keep the body healthy
Women who are thinking about having a baby should take what and why?
Folic acid
Prevent the baby developing conditions such as spina bifida
What are phytochemicals
Compounds found in fruit, veg, wholegrains, nuts and beans
What are the roles of phytochemicals
Provide antioxidants
Quicken immune responses to disease
Increase cell to cell communication in the body
Help the body to repair damage done by smoking
Activate enzyme systems which are used in detoxifying the body of harmful bacteria
