Nutrition

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Created by: rbird123
Created on: 16-03-21 11:33

What is included in a balanced diet?

Carbohydrates, fats, protein, minerals, vitamins, fibre and water
Carbs - 55-60%
Fats - 30-35%
Protein - 15-20%

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What are macronutrients?

Foods we need to eat bulks off - Carbs, Fats and Protein

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What are micronutrients?

Foods we consume smaller amounts off - minerals, vitamins, fibre and water

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Energy intake and expenditure

Energy consumed should be EQUAL to the Body's Total Metabolic rate (BMI)

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What is the total metabolic rate equation?

Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)

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How do you work out your Basal Metabolic Rate?

Men: Body weight x 10 + (2 x body weight)
Women: Body weight x 10 + body weight

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What are the implications of obesity or overweight?

Increased risk of diabetes, increases risk of cancer, CHD - High blood pressure, angina, atherosclerosis, Overload of joints, Psychological harm - bullying, underperforming in physical and mental work.

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What affects Energy Intake?

Energy intake - depends on lifestyle, age, height, weight, activity levels and body composition
1,940 - Women
2,500 - Men

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What are carbohydrates ?

Sugars and starches stored in the body as glycogen and converted to glucose to fuel energy production

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