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D1 Exercise related function of food groups Flashcards

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which food types are included in a healthy diet

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  • carbohydrates
  • vitamins
  • fats
  • minerals
  • protein
  • water
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proportions of the 3 main food groups

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carbs - 55-60%
protein - 15-20%
fats - 10-15%

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what does energy balance equal

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energy balance = energy intake - energy use

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how many calories are in one gram of protein

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4

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5
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how many calories are in one gram of fats

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9

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how many calories are in one gram of alcohol

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7

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how many calories are in one gram of carbohydrates

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4

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characteristics of carbohydrates

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  • preferred energy source
  • stored as glycogen in muscle and liver
  • provides 2 hours supply of energy
  • 55-60% total intake
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where are complex carbohydrates found

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natural food such as fruit, bread, rice, legumes, whole grain

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where are simple carbohydrates found

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natural form is fruit and milk
refined form is in sweets

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which carbohydrate produces energy faster

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simple but complex lasts longer

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what is it called when you take on extra carbohydrates before an event

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glycogen loading or carbo loading

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characteristics of fats

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  • low intensity energy source
  • used for absorption of fat-soluble vitamins
  • limits joint flexibility
  • trans fats can lead to heart disease
  • spares glycogen stores for higher intenisty activity
  • important for health
  • saturated fats are LDL cholesterol
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14
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what is cholesterol

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fatty deposits in blood

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15
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what food does saturated fat come from

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deep fried food, chicken skin, red meat

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16
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sports that require lots of fat

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rowing, swimming, gymnastics

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17
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difference between fats and carbohydrates

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fats provide more energy but only at a low intensity

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18
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characteristics of protein

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  • growth and repair
  • protein can also form Hb
  • broken into amino acids
  • 15-20% intake
  • 3rd energy source
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where is protein found in food

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  • chicken
  • salmon
  • eggs
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20
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what do saturated fats lead to

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a buildup of cholesterol in the arteries

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21
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characteristics of different types of cholesterol

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HDL: takes cholesterol to the liver to be disposed of
LDL: leads to buildup of fatty deposits resulting in obesity, high BP and heart disease

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22
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foods containing unsaturated fats

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  • fish oil
  • vegetable oil
  • nuts
23
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foods containing trans fats

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  • cookies
  • muffins
  • millionaire shortbread
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function and source of vit C

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immune system, citrus fruit

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function and source of vit D
oily fish, increase absorption of calcium, health of bones and muscles
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function and source of vit B12
meat, fish, cheese, increase production of RBC, aids absorption of iron
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function and source of vit B-Complex
peas, bananas, oranges, boosts energy levels, brain function
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function and source of sodium
rice, pasta, grains, muscle contractions
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function and source of iron
liver, red meat, kidney beans, RBC production
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function and source of calcium
milk, cheese, dairy, bone and muscle health
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vital information of fibre
- healthy digestion - regularity of stool - a form of carbohydrates - healthy large intestine - aids in the absorption of water
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when can dehydration occur
before, during and after exercise
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how to know if you are hydrated
urine colour
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effect of increased blood viscosity on performance
Muscle tension increases due to an increase in heart and breathing rate in order to compensate for increased blood viscosity
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effect of reduce sweating on performance
Ability to thermoregulate is reduced and therefore core body heat may increase further
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effect of CV drift on performance
Lower maximum limit - less increase in heart rate possible Muscle tension increases due to an increase in heart and breathing rate in order to compensate for increased blood viscosity
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effect of loss of electrolytes/cramps on performance
Loss of electrolytes through sweating leads to an imbalance in body, which leads to cramps
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effect of lower blood pressure on performance
Blood can't get to where it is needed unless the heart works harder
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effect of heachaches/dizziness on performance
Concentration starts to fail if an imbalance of fluids as nerve transmissions decrease due to decreased neurotransmitters. Leads to decrease in performance
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effect of dehydration
- increase blood viscosity - reduced sweating - increased HR / CV drift - loss of electrolytes - lower blood pressure - headaches/dizziness
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what are some dietary supplements
- creatine (monohydrate) - sodium bicarbonate - caffeine - glycogen loading
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advantages of creatine
- aims to provide ATP - replenish phosphocreatine stores - improves muscle mass - allows ATP-PC system to last longer
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disadvantages of creatine
- could cause muscle cramp, diarrhea, vomiting, water retention and bloating - hinders aerobic performance
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how and when should creatine be used
- athletes in explosive events like sprinting, jumps and throws - dissolve in water and drink it before exercise
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advantages of sodium bicarbonate
- reduces acidity in muscle cells - delays fatigue - increases the buffering capacity of the blood
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disadvantages of sodium bicarbonate
- can cause side effects like vomiting, pain, cramping, diarrhoea and bloating
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how and when should sodium bicarbonate be taken
- 400m events in running, rowing and swimming - dissolve in water or take a pill before exercise
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advantages of caffeine
- Stimulants/ increased mental alertness - Reduces effect of fatigue - Allows fats to be used as an energy store so delays use of glycogen - Improves reaction time - Benefit aerobic performance
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disadvantages of caffeine
- loss of fine control - against rules in most sports in large quantities - could cause side effects like dehydration, insomnia, muscle cramps and irregular heart beat
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how and when should caffeine be taken
- endurance performers - in caffeinated drinks before exercise
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advantages of glycogen loading
- increased glycogen storage in muscles - delays fatigue - increases endurance capacity
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disadvantages of glycogen loading during loading
- water retention causing bloating - heavy legs - poor digestion - weight increase
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disadvantages of glycogen loading after loading
- irritability - alter training program due to lack of energy
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how and when to glycogen load
6 days before big events, 3 days of high protein and intense exercise to burn off existing carb stores. after that 3 days of high carb diet and light exercise for endurance athletes

A LEVEL PE - Exercise Physiology (3 decks)

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