Dietary Risks of High Intake of Fat, Salt, and Sugar (VCE SSCE Health and Human Development): Flashcards
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3 major dietary risks for Australians
3 major dietary risks for Australians
High intake of fat, salt, and sugar
2 types of unhealthy fats
2 types of unhealthy fats
Saturated fats and trans fats
What is LDL cholesterol called?
What is LDL cholesterol called?
'Bad' cholesterol
What is HDL cholesterol called?
What is HDL cholesterol called?
'Good' cholesterol
Definition of atherosclerosis
Definition of atherosclerosis
Hardening & narrowing of arteries from cholesterol buildup
Trans fats effect on LDL and HDL
Trans fats effect on LDL and HDL
Increase LDL cholesterol, decrease HDL cholesterol
How many times required sodium do Australians consume?
How many times required sodium do Australians consume?
8-9 times the required amount
How does excess salt cause hypertension?
How does excess salt cause hypertension?
Draws fluid into bloodstream, increasing blood volume & pressure
How does sugar cause dental caries?
How does sugar cause dental caries?
Bacteria consume sugar, produce acids that attack tooth enamel
% of Australia's total disease burden from high cholesterol
% of Australia's total disease burden from high cholesterol
3 per cent