Test Term 3 2016

Question 1

What are the 6 nutrients in food?

Answer 1

• Carbohydrates
• Lipids (Fats)
• Protein
• Minerals
• Vitamins
• Water

Question 2

Name one function in the body for Minerals.

Answer 2

• forms hard structure of bones

- assists in increasing the number of red blood cells.

Question 3

Name one function in the body in for water.

Answer 3

Helps regulate the digestive system by carrying waste out of your body through pee and poop. Your pee should be a pale yellow colour.

Question 4

Name one function in the body for protein.

Answer 4

Repairs, grows, and maintains healthy cells throughout your body. Any excess is used to produce extra energy.

Question 5

Name one function in the body for Vitamins

Answer 5

• Essential for eyesight

- Creates healthy skin and eyes

Question 6

Name one function in the body for Lipids

Answer 6

-Provides essential fatty acids

Question 7

Name one function in the body for carbohydrates

Answer 7

-Provides energy to the body

Question 8

Name two food sources for carbohydrates:

Answer 8

• Potatoes
• Cereals
• Bread

Question 9

Name two food sources for Vitamins:

Answer 9

• Banana ( Vitamin B )

- Oranges ( Vitamin C )

Question 10

Name two food sources of Minerals:

Answer 10

Dairy for calcium
Eggs for iron
(Mainly in fresh unprocessed foods)

Question 11

Name two food sources of Lipids:

Answer 11

Yoghurt for saturated

Peanuts for Unsaturated

Question 12

Name two food sources for Protein:

Answer 12

• Nuts

- Eggs

Question 13

What are food miles?

Answer 13

The distance a product has travelled from production to consumption.

Question 14

What impact do food miles have on the environment?

Answer 14

More food miles on a product mean greater fuel used and more green house gases produced.

Question 15

What is an innovative food product?

Answer 15

An original and creative new product, which has never been created before.

Question 16

Name 2 diet related diseases

Answer 16

• Anorexia

- Diabetes ( type 2 )

Question 17

What are the causes of Anorexia

Answer 17

• cultural influences

- Lower levels of serotonin in the brain

Question 18

What are the causes of Diabetes

Answer 18

• when the body can no longer produce insulin

Question 19

What are the symptoms of Anorexia

Answer 19

• extreme weight loss
• fatigue
• Dizziness or fainting

Question 20

What are symptoms of diabetes

Answer 20

• increased thirst and hunger
• frequent urination
• dramatic weight loss or gain

Question 21

What is line extension?

Answer 21

Line extensions are when companies produce products that are similar to the original with slight changes such as the texture, flavour or appearance.

Question 22

Define the term ‘me - too ‘, provide an example.

Answer 22

When a rival company produces a similar product to compete with the original. Eg: Nuttella and Nutino

Question 23

What are the 4 P’s of the marketing mix?

Answer 23

Promotion- advertising, sponsorships, packaging, specials
Price- competitors price, cost per unit, position in market place ( eg is it a luxury item )
Place- shelf place, when it’s sold, Where, local competitors
Product- how is it different, what does to contain

Question 24

State 2 reasons for developing new food products.

Answer 24

• to keep customers interested in the company and products

- to keep the business growing

Question 25

Name the five food groups

Answer 25

- fruit and veg - bread and cereals - meat, fish and alternatives - Foods containing Fat and sugar ( eg butter, oil ) - Milk and dairy