Y7 Diet and Health

Someone’s diet is:

• what they eat to lose weight

• what they eat

• the amount of money they spend on food

• the amount of fat in food

Good sources of protein are:

• meat, fish and nuts

• fruits and vegetables

• pasta, potatoes and rice

• fruit juices

Good sources of carbohydrates are:

• dairy

• fruits and vegetables

• pasta, potatoes and rice

• meat, fish and nuts

Proteins are mainly used in the body for:

• energy

• digestion

• growth and repair

• strong bones

Which nutrient is our primary source of energy?

• carbohydrate

• protein

• fat

• fibre

Fibre is needed in the diet to:

• keep bones, teeth and muscles health

• provide energy

• insulate us against the cold

• help the digestive system

Which of the following foods has a high amount of 'good fats'?

• avocado

• cereal

• milk

• potato

What is energy in food measured in?

• kilograms

• amps

• calories

• joules

The process of food being broken down to be absorbed is known as:

• respiration

• digestion

• combustion

• circulation

Which organ allows food to be absorbed into the blood?

• large intestine

• stomach

• liver

• small intestine