A diet which contains an optimal ratio of nutrients.
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What does B.M.R stand for?
Basal metabolic rate.
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What does B.M.R mean?
The level at which energy is used without exercise.
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What are macro nutrients?
Foods that are present in our diets in large amounts, making a bulk in the dietary intake.
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What are micro nutrients?
Foods that are present in our diets in small amounts that don't provide energy but are essential to enable the cells of our body to function correctly.
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Function of carbohydrates?
Provides the body with energy.
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Source of carbohydrates?
Rice and pasta.
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Function of proteins?
Helps build the body and repairs damaged muscle and body tissue.
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Source of proteins?
Meat, nuts, eggs.
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Function of fats?
Increase size and weight of the body.
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Source of fats?
Milk, cheese.
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Function of vitamins?
Supports the body and helps it work efficiently.
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Source of vitamins?
Fruit, liver, carrots.
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Function of minerals?
Increases the efficiency of carrying oxygen to working muscles.
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Source of minerals?
Saltwater, fish.
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Function of fibres?
Lowers the levels of cholesterol in the body.
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Source of fibres?
Leaves, seeds.
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Function of water?
To hydrate the body (prevent dehydration).
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Source of water?
Found in everything (all drinks and foods).
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What is blood shunting?
Blood shunting is the redistribution of blood to the muscles being used and away from the muscles at rest.
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