Water, Energy and Fibre Flashcards
1
Q
why isn’t fibre classed as a nutrient?
A
because it cannot be digested by the body
2
Q
what does fibre do?
A
passes through the digestive system absorbing water which makes faeces softer
3
Q
what are the 2 types of dietary fibre?
A
- soluble
- insoluble
4
Q
what is soluble dietary fibre?
A
the type that slows down digestion and absorption of carbs to help control blood sugar levels
5
Q
what is insoluble dietary fibre?
A
absorbs water and increases bulk to help the gut to work properly
6
Q
function of fibre
A
- helps remove toxic or harmful waste products in the body
- helps to prevent bowel disorders such as constipation
- gives body a feeling of fullness
7
Q
sources of fibre
A
- fruit and veg with skins on
- wholegrain cereals
- brown rice
8
Q
effect of having not enough fibre
A
- bowel disorders (e.g. constipation or bowel cancer)
9
Q
what percentage of our bodies are made up of water?
A
over 65%
10
Q
function of water
A
- required for all bodily fluids (e.g. blood)
- helps regulate body temperature
- assists with removal of waste products
11
Q
sources of water
A
- drinking water
- drinking tea
- fruit juices
- fruit and veg
12
Q
which 3 nutrients does energy come from?
A
- protein
- carbohydrates
- fat
13
Q
effect of having a lack of energy
A
- tiredness
- lose weight
14
Q
effect of having too much energy
A
- excess energy stored as fat (weight gain)
- obesity
- coronary heart disease
- dangerous during pregnancy
