Nutrition Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Why eat plenty of fruit and vegetables?
A
Reduces risk of cancer and CVD, good way to lose weight, vitamin source, phytochemiclas, minerals and fibre
2
Q
Why eat wholegrain?
A
Source of fibre, carbs, reduced risk of cancer and CVD and good weight control.
3
Q
Why eat some milk products (low fat)?
A
Protein calcium and vit. A and D
4
Q
Why eat some legumes, poultry etc?
A
protein, iron/zinc, vit. A and E, fatty acids as well as reduced cancer, CVD and diabetes.
5
Q
Why eat things that are low in salt/iodised salt?
A
Salt can damage BVs, heart kidneys an can increase blood pressure
