Diets Flashcards
Why do we need fibers?
To help the movement of our bowels
What foods contain fiber?
Vegetables; fruit; whole grained foods;
What foods contain carbohydrates?
Pasta; rice; bread; etc ……..
Why do we need Carbohydrates?
For energy
What foods contain protein?
Fish; meat; steak;
Why do we need protein.
For growth and repair in your muscles.
What foods contain vitamins?
Fruit and veg
Why do we need vitamins?
For most bodily processes
What foods contain lipids?
Butter; cake
Why do we need lipids?
Energy and storage of energy
How do you find the Body mass index?
Mass (kg) / height x height (cm)
What is the healthy BMI range?
18.5 - 24.9
Describe the digestive system simply.
Food into mouth- mouth breaks foods into smaller pieces- goes to stomach- churns food- adds hydronic acid- goes to intestines- water removed- poop
Where are the carbohydrates taken out of the food I the digestive system?
Mouth
Where are the proteins taken out of the food I the digestive system?
Stomach
