Nutrition

Why is nutrition especially essential for youth?

• youth is the third fastest stage of growth and development during the lifespan

• youth are the hungriest people, therefore they need more nutrients to keep them full.

• youth are more prone to disease, therefore they must eradicate the risk by eating lots of good foods

• just is.

What is the result of insufficient fibre?

• Reduced energy levels

• dehyrdation

• increased risk of constipation

• hypertension

Which domains of health and wellbeing does a diet lacking in B-group vitamins and iron impact?

• Social and Physical

• Mental and Physical

• Social, Mental and Physical

• Social, physical, mental and spiritual

How does insufficient B-group vitamins and iron have a negative impact on spiritual health and wellbeing?

• causes fatigue which causes individuals to spend more time in bed, meaning they never see their friends

• causes fatigue which in turn causes individuals to reduce their participation in social activities, meaning they no longer social with friends

• causes fatigue which in turn causes individuals to reduce their participation in regular activities, which may cause a loss of sense of belonging and involvement.

• causes fatigue, resulting in a lack of exercise and therefore a lack of fitness. This is bad for people who like to exercise.

What is the purpose of water?

• to prevent dehydration

• to prevent fainting and unconsciousness

• it is essential for optimal functioning of body systems

• hydration

Is hypertension a short term result of...?

• Insufficient Fibre

• Insufficient iron

• Excessive saturated and trans fats

• Excessive sodium consumption

The teenage years are critical in forming life-long eating habits.

• True

• False

Overconsumption of sugar acting as a food source for bacteria in the mouth produce acids. These acids can contribute to tooth decay. Name one domain of health and wellbeing which this may impact.

How can the overconsumption of saturated/trans fats, carbs and proteins result in long term mental impacts?

• being obese makes people feel sad

• Those who are obese due to overconsumption are unhealthy

• Overconsumption resulting in obesity may cause negative body image.

• Obese people are often discriminated against in social settings.

Increased risk of stroke, heart attack, cardiovascular disease and kidney disease are a long term result of overconsumption of which nutrient?

• trans/saturated fats

• sodium

• iron

• fibre