Food technology - Minerals and water 0.0 / 5 ? Design & Technology: Food TechnologyNutritionGCSEWJEC Created by: alexbovingtonCreated on: 27-03-19 20:18 What is the condition caused by lack of iron? Anaemia 1 of 15 What is the function of iron in the body? To support the production of haemoglobin in red blood cells which transports oxygen around the body and vitamin C is required to absorb iron 2 of 15 Good sources of iron Red meat, Lentils, Greeny leafy vegetables 3 of 15 Good sources of calcium Cheese, Yogurt and Milk 4 of 15 Three reasons why water is important for a healthy diet To help brain function, blood pressure and bowel movements 5 of 15 Why is iron deficiency anaemia common in teenage girls? Teenage girls lose blood during periods 6 of 15 What do thyroid hormones regulate in the body? Metabolic rate 7 of 15 Two reasons why someone may need to increase water intake People with active lifestyles and anyone suffering from vomiting or diarrhoea need to increase water intake 8 of 15 What vitamin helps absorb calcium? Vitamin D 9 of 15 Why is calcium needed in the body? To strengthen bones and teeth, help bones reach peak bone mass, help children grow and promotes nerves and muscles to work properly 10 of 15 What conditions are linked to excess sodium (salt) in the diet? High blood pressure, heart disease and strokes 11 of 15 What is salt mainly used for in food preparation? For flavour 12 of 15 Symptoms of iron deficiency Tiredness, Pale skin, Shortness of breath and Heart palpitations 13 of 15 What is the daily recommended intake of water? 8 glasses 14 of 15 What is the function of fluoride in the diet? To strengthen the enamel layer of teeth 15 of 15
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