Nutrition Flashcards
(20 cards)
Sources and function of protein?
Eggs, lean red meat, milk. Helps to build maintain and repair body cells. Acts as feul for body.
Sources and function of carbohydrates
Provided energy for the body to perform daily tasks adequately. Broken down into glucose molecules. Pasta,bread,rice
Sources and function of iron
Fish, nuts, lean red meat. Production of red blood cells. Insufficient iron can lead to anemia which causes weakness and tiredness.
Sources and function of fibre
Adds bulk to facies, provides a feeling of fullness which prevents overeating which can lead to hypertension, type 2 diabetes and tooth decay. Potatoes, bran, seeds, grain.
Sources and function of water
Pineapple, celery, carrots.
Forms basis of blood, digestive juices, urine and perspiration
Sources and function of Calcium
Required for building of muscle, bones and teeth. Milk, cheese, salmon, broccoli
Sources and function of Sodium
Regulates fluids in blood cells. Can lead to heart failure, stroke, kidney disease. Olives, tomato sauce, table salt
Trans fats
Poly fats
Mono fats
Saturated fats
Energy storage and protection of organs.
mono and poly are the GOOD FATS!-fish, nuts, avocado, olive oil
Trans and saturated BAD! cookies, cakes, pies
functions and sources of Vitamin D
Supports a healthy immune system, absorbs calcium. The sun, oranges
functions and sources of B group vitamins
Create new healthy blood cells, help with the production of collagen, Fish, leafy green vegetables and nuts
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Strength- Accessible, reliable, visual, all 5 food groups
Weakness- no serving sizes or composite meals.
promotes balanced nutritious diets.
Healthy eating pyramid
Strength- visual, clearly grouped, all 5 food groups
Weakness- no composite foods or serving sizes.
Promotes food variety and nutritious eating.
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Quick and easy indication of healthy food choices in comparison to alike products. Compares energy, risk nutrients (sodium, fat) and protective nutrients (protein, fiber) per 100g or 100ml
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Long + short term consequences for insufficient water
Dehydration, which can lead to a dry mouth, headaches, fainting and constipation
Long + short term consequences for overconsumption of sugar
Dentel decay and carries. Loss of teeth, type 2 diabetes, weight gain and social discrimination
Long + short term consequences for underconsumption of vitamin c, d, iron and folate
Low levels of calcium being absorbed can lead to osteoporosis, low energy levels and even anemia, the immune system may also be weakened leading to higher risk of infection/sickness
Long + short term consequences for carbs, protein and fats
Obesity, sleep aponia, narrow blood vessels, heart attacks and strokes, weight gain and social discrimination
Long + short term consequences for calcium and fiber
Calcium- porous weak bones which can lead to osteoporosis and anemia
Fiber- colon cancer, overeating can also lead to type 2 diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular disease
Long + short term consequences for insufficient b group vitamins
decreased energy levels, iron and folate anemia causes tiredness and weakness.
