balanced diet

• What are the main biological molecules or nutrients needed for a healthy balanced diet?

  Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and water
• What is the significance of the mix of nutrients in foods?

  • Foods typically contain a mix of different nutrients
  • Example: 100 grams of wholemeal bread contains carbohydrates, protein, fat, fiber, vitamins, and minerals
• How many calories are in 100 grams of wholemeal bread?

  About 250 calories
• What is the primary role of carbohydrates in our diet?

  To provide energy
• Which foods are rich in carbohydrates?

  Starchy foods like bread, pasta, and potatoes, as well as fruits and vegetables
• What are lipids commonly referred to as in everyday life?

  Fats
• What is the difference between fats and oils?

  Fats are solid at room temperature, while oils are liquid at room temperature
• What are the main sources of lipids in our diet?

  Oily fish, nuts, seeds, dairy products, and avocados
• What is the role of proteins in the body?

  To grow and repair damaged tissue
• Which foods are high in protein?

  Nuts, seeds, meat, fish, and legumes
• What are vitamins and minerals needed in, and what is the key difference between them?

  Needed in small amounts; vitamins are organic, while minerals are inorganic
• What is vitamin A important for?

  Good vision and healthy skin and hair
• Which foods are sources of vitamin C?

  Fruits and vegetables, particularly citrus fruits like oranges
• What disease can be prevented by adequate vitamin C intake?

  Scurvy
• How can the body obtain vitamin D?

  Through sunlight exposure and foods like eggs and oily fish
• What is the main purpose of vitamin D?

  To help absorb calcium
• What is calcium important for?

  Strong bones
• What condition can result from insufficient calcium intake or absorption?

  Rickets
• What is iron important for in the body?

  It is a component of hemoglobin, which transports oxygen
• What condition can arise from iron deficiency?

  Anemia
• What is fiber classified as?

  A type of carbohydrate
• What is the role of fiber in the diet?

  To help food move through the intestines
• Where can fiber be found?


  In wholemeal foods, fruits, and vegetables
• Why is water essential for the body?

  It is needed for chemical reactions and makes up a large part of the body
• What percentage of the human body is made up of water?

  About 70%
• How do we lose water from our bodies?

  By breathing, sweating, and urinating
• What are the key features of the learning platform mentioned in the video?

  • Watch videos
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  • Track progress
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