Flashcards
Diet
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- 1Simple CarbohydratesThey include glucose and sugar for fats release energy.
- 2Complex CarbohydratesThey starches, and could be pasta, bread and rice. They provide slow release energy.
- 3FatsA major source of energy for the body. They are commonly found in cheese, cream, meat, cooking oils, margarine and butter.
- 4ProteinsThey are important for growth of new tissue and muscles, and also repair. The two main sources of protein are animal products and plant foods.
- 5VitaminsOnly needed in small quantities, and usually found in a normal diet.
- 6MineralsOnly needed in small quantities, and mainly found in fruit and vegetables.
- 7WaterEssential as it replaces lost water. If the lost water is not replace, dehydration happens.
- 8FibreHelps the digestive system to run smoothly. Can be found in cereals, wholegrain bread and oats.
- 9MalnutritionA physical weakness resulting from insufficient food or an unbalanced diet.
- 10ObesityBeing extremely overweight, frequently resulting in health problems.
- 11AnorexiaAn eating disorder primarily in girls and women, relating to a fear of gaining weight, self starvation and a distorted body image.
- 12Balancing Energy Intake and OutputThe number of calories needs to balance because if you have a higher intake than output you tend to put on more weight. If you are very active, then you have to ensure you have an adequate energy intake.
- 13Eating around physical activityDo not eat closer than 2 hours before performing, or 2 hours after performing. Only eat light foods such as bananas during activity.
- 14Carbohydrate LoadingEndurance athletes eat lots of carbs rich in starch. This is because starch increases glycogen levels in the muscles. This delays tiredness and improves performance at the end because it is a slow release energy.
- 15High Protein DietsUsed by bodybuilders to gain muscle and lose fat. High protein foods are difficult to digest so should not be taken just before activity.
- 16GlycogenThe form of carbohydrate storage, which is converted into glucose when the body must satisfy its energy needs.