health and lifestyle Flashcards
(15 cards)
enzymes
chemicals that break down large molecules into smaller molecules
protease
enzyme that breaks down protein into amino acids
carbohydrase
enzyme that breaks down carbs into smaller sugar molecules
lipase
enzyme that breaks down fats into fatty acids and glycerol
food tests
tests to find things in foods
startch test
iodine solution
positive : blue/black
negative : yellow
lipids/fats test
ethanol
positive : cloudy
negative : clear
sugar test
Benedict’s solution
positive : orange/red
negative : blue
protein test
Biuret’s solution
positive : purple
negative : blue
drugs
chemicals that affect the way your brain and body work
medicinal drug
used for health
used to treat and cure illnesses
could have side effects
e.g. painkillers
recreational drug
taken for enjoyment/relaxation/sleep
normally no health benefits
many are harmful
many are illegal
alcohol
depressant : slows body’s reactions
can cause many illnesses e.g. liver/heart failure, brain damage
smoking
contains harmful chemicals
can cause heart failure/ respiratory failure,
stroke
addiction
when your body gets used to chemical changes caused by drugs
cause withdrawl symptoms like nausea, headaches, anxiety