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Biology
A Balanced Diet (Section 2)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the function of carbohydrates? | Provide energy |
| What are the 3 function of lipids? | 1. Provide energy 2. Act as energy store 3. Provide insulation |
| What are the 2 functions of proteins? | 1. Needed for growth and repair of tissue 2. Provide energy IN EMERGENCIES |
| What are the 2 functions of Vitamin A? | 1. Improve vision 2. Keeps skin and hair healthy |
| What is the function of Vitamin C? | Needed to prevent scurvy |
| What is the function of Vitamin D? | Needed for calcium absorbtion |
| What is the function of calcium? | Needed to make bones and teeth |
| What is the function of iron? | Needed to make haemoglobin for healthy blood |
| What is the function of water? | Almost every bodily function |
| What is the function of dietary fibre? | Aids movement of food through gut |
| What 3 factors make energy requirements vary? | 1. Activity level 2. Age 3. Pregnancy |