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multiple choise questions on the function, deficiencies and sources in the diet of: protien, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and water.

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  • Created on: 03-11-11 20:23
what is one of the functions of protein in the diet?
repair of body tissue
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what is another function of protien?
growth especially in children
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what does HBV stand for?
High Biological Value
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what does low biological value mean?
a food that does not contain all the essential amino acids
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what is a source of protein in the diet?
meat
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what is the name of the disease that occurs when a child is weaned from breastmilk to a diet low in protein?
kwashiorkor
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what are the main functions of fat in the diet?
energy, insulation, protection and vitamins
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what are the main sources of fat in the diet?
cheese, peanuts, tuna
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what are the functions of carbohydrates in the diet?
energy, sweetening, fibre
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what are the two types of simple sugars?
monosaccharides, disaacharides
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what are some examples of complex carbohydrates?
starch, fibre
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what are some sources of carbohydrates?
bread, pasta, potatoes, oats
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what are the functions of vitamins?
maintain health, repair body cells, release energy
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what are the two fat-soluble vitamins?
vitamin A, D
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what are the functions of the fat-soluble vitamins?
healthy eyes, healthy skin, works with calcium to build strong bones and teeth
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what are the water-soluble vitamins?
vitamin B, C, folic acid
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what happens when there is a deficiency in vitamin C?
spotty skin, loose teeth, scurvy
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what are the different types of minerals?
iron, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, fluoride
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what is the function of calcium in the body?
hardens bones and teeth, nerves and muscle functions, blood clotting, heart regulation
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what is the function of water in the body?
regulate body temperature, helps kidneys, transports nutrients around the body
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Bianca Hart

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LOOSE is wrong.. it LOSE.

Kate Westall

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Don't be picky, at least she's made something!

It's a really good quiz, thanks :)

davinaDirectioner

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loved it i go 14/20 which isnt a bad score for someone who is predicted a D at gcse thanks:)

jill richardson

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