HHM SAC 3- Nutrition

Question 1

Carbohydrate Function

Answer 1

Provides fuel and energy for the body which is required for growth.
1gram= 16kj

Question 2

Carbohydrate impact of over and under consumption

Answer 2

over- obesity, diabetes, heart disease
under- low energy, headaches, hard to concentrate

Question 3

Major food source of carbohydrates

Answer 3

Vegetables, rice, pasta, cereals, fruit

Question 4

Fibre function

Answer 4

Type of carbohydrate that is required for a feeling of fullness and reduces cholesterol. It regulates bowel movements by adding bulk to stool making it easier to pass through bowel movements.

Question 5

Fibre impact of over and under consumption

Answer 5

over- discomfort, abdominal pain, bloating
under- constipation

Question 6

Fibre major food sources

Answer 6

Bran, wholemeal bread, grains and seeds

Question 7

Protein function

Answer 7

To build and maintain body cells and muscles, acts at last source of fuel for energy.

Question 8

Protein major food sources

Answer 8

eggs, dairy products, beef, chicken

Question 9

Fats

Answer 9

Energy =37kj, Cell membrane development

Question 10

Major food sources of fats

Answer 10

meat, butter, fast food

Question 11

Monounsaturated fats function

Answer 11

Lower LDL (low density lipidprotein) cholestrol, reduce CVD risks

Question 12

Polyunsaturated fats function

Answer 12

vital for building cell membranes, reduce stroke and heart attack risk.

Question 13

saturated fats function

Answer 13

These fats raise your LDL cholesterol increasing risks like CVD.

Question 14

Trans fats

Answer 14

A manufactured fat from converting liquid oil into a solid fat by process called hydrogenation

Question 15

Water function

Answer 15

Essential for the optimal functioning of the body’s systems. Without water you can become dehydrated.

Question 16

Sociocultural factors

Answer 16

Family, Peer groups, health literacy, education, income, gender

Question 17

Water main food sources

Answer 17

watermelon, apple

Question 18

What it the role of cholestrol in the body

Answer 18

A type of fat required for optimal functioning of the body such as cell membrane and formation of hormones and vitamin D.

Question 19

What does LDL (bad cholesterol) and HDL (good cholesterol) stand for

Answer 19

Low density and high density lipoprotein

Question 20

What is atherosclerosis

Answer 20

A narrowing and hardening of the artery walls from the build up of plaque in the blood vessel walls

Question 21

Sodium function

Answer 21

Regulates fluid balance in the body as fluid is drawn to it

Question 22

Over consumption of sodium can lead to …

Answer 22

High blood pressure, heart failure, hypertension

Question 23

Major food sources of sodium

Answer 23

Table salt, olives, fish, meat, cheese, bread

Question 24

Function of calcium

Answer 24

Essential for building bones, teeth and supports peak bone desity.

Question 25

Under consumption of calcium can lead to ...

Answer 25

osteoporosis

Question 26

Major food sources of calcium

Answer 26

milk, dairy, brocolli, leafy greens

Question 27

Iron function

Answer 27

Essential for blood production and oxygen and transport. Iron forms the haemoglobin which is the oxygen carrying component in the blood.

Question 28

Under consumption of iron ....

Answer 28

Anemia, tiredness, fatigue

Question 29

Major food sources of iron

Answer 29

Red meat, turkey, chicken, brown rice

Question 30

Vitamin D function

Answer 30

Absorbs calcium from intestine into the bloodstream there for strengthening bones

Question 31

Under consumption of vitamin D

Answer 31

weak bones, osteoprosis

Question 32

Major food sources of Vitamin D

Answer 32

fish, beef liver, cheese

Question 33

Function of Vitamin C

Answer 33

Helps to form blood vessels, and muscle and collagen in bones

Question 34

Function of Vitamin B folate

Answer 34

Helps with DNA synthesis and required for cells to duplicate during growth.

Question 35

Main sources of Vitamin B

Answer 35

Leafy greens, citrus fruits

Question 36

Macronutrients

Answer 36

Nutrient that is required in large amounts

Question 37

Micronutrients

Answer 37

Nutrients required in small amounts

Question 38

Example of Macronutrients

Answer 38

Carbohydrates, proteins, fats

Question 39

Examples of Micronutrients

Answer 39

iron, vitamin A

Question 40

What is the AGHE

Answer 40

It is a plate with 5 food groups which recommended which foods we should eat in what amount

Question 41

What is the health star system and how does it work

Answer 41

The health star rating is a front of packaging labelling system that shows the overall nutritional profile of packaged food and assigns it a rating from 1/2 to 5 stars.

Question 42

What are examples of micronutrients

Answer 42

sodium, calcium, iron, vitamin D,C,B

Question 43

What are examples of macronutrients

Answer 43

Carbohydrates, fibre, protein, fats- trans, saturated, mono,poly, water

Question 44

is the health star rating system effective

Answer 44

It highlights foods that are higher in nutrients making it easier for youth but dosent mean these foods provide all the essential nutrients and can be bias.

Question 45

Is the healthy eating pyramid effective

Answer 45

It is a simple visual tool to promote healthy eating but there are no serving sizes so people can still overconsume.

Question 46

differences between aghe

Answer 46

Both have 5 main food groups - aboriginal-