Diet Related Diseases Flashcards
(25 cards)
Name 5 Nutrients
Fats
Carbohydrates
Protein
Vitamins
Minerals
Fats, source and functions
Butter, oil, fatty meat.
Energy, insulation, protects organs.
Carbohydrates, types, source and function
Sugar
Honey, fruit, sweet.
Energy
Starch
Bread, rice, potatoes
Energy
Fibre
Brown bread, fresh fruit and veg
Prevents constipation
Protein, sorce and function
Lean meat, cheese, fish, nuts, eggs
Growth & repair
Vitamins, 2 examples, source, function
Vitamin C
Citrus fruits
Healthy skin & gums
Vitamin D
Milk, cheese, yoghurt, sunlight
Strong bones
Minerals, 2 examples, sources, functions
Iron
Red meat, green veg
Healthy red blood cells
Calcium
Dairy products
Healthy bones & teeth
Classify obesity
Being 20% or more over the average weight limit for your height and age.
What causes diabetes? 4 reasons.
Overeating
Lack of excersise
Hormonal imbalance
Low income
Name 2 health problems asscosiated with being overweight.
Diabetes
Heart disease
How is obesity treated?
Low energy intake
Exsersise
How would you plan a meal for someone with obesity?
Avoid saturated fats.
Name 2 types of vegetarians.
Vegan
Lacto- Vegetarian
What is a vegan allowed/ not allowed?
No meat
No animal products
What can a lacto- vegetarian eat/not eat?
No meat
Animal products allowed
Classify coliac disease.
Intolerance to gluten.
What is an intolerance?
If the food is eaten it will affect your long term health rather than instant effects.
Where is gluten found?
Wheat
What are symptoms of eating gluten with coliac disease?
Weight loss
Diarrhoea
Stomach pains
How would you plan a meal for someone with coliac disease?
Use gluten free products.
Avoid food containing wheat.
Classify lactose intolerant.
Someone who is intolerant to lactose.
What is lactose?
A natural sugar found in dairy.
How would you plan a meal for someone lactose intolerant?
Avoid dairy products.
Substitute milk for soya milk.
Include calcium in other foods.
Classify anemia.
Someone with a shortage of iron.
What are the symptoms of anemia?
Tiredness
Headaches
Lack of appetite