Adults (Junior Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What is the main function of HBV protein for adults?
What is the main function of HBV protein for adults?
Repair and renewal of body cells
Why should adults include high-fibre foods like wholegrain bread in their diet?
Why should adults include high-fibre foods like wholegrain bread in their diet?
To prevent constipation and bowel conditions
Which condition can adequate calcium intake help prevent in later life?
Which condition can adequate calcium intake help prevent in later life?
Osteoporosis
What condition does iron help prevent in adults?
What condition does iron help prevent in adults?
Anaemia
What is the main role of Vitamin C in relation to iron?
What is the main role of Vitamin C in relation to iron?
It aids the absorption of iron
What is the main function of Vitamin D for adults?
What is the main function of Vitamin D for adults?
Helps the body absorb calcium
What is the maximum recommended salt intake per day for adults?
What is the maximum recommended salt intake per day for adults?
6 g per day
Which diseases can result from eating foods high in fat, sugar, and salt?
Which diseases can result from eating foods high in fat, sugar, and salt?
Obesity and coronary heart disease
How many standard drinks per week should women limit themselves to?
How many standard drinks per week should women limit themselves to?
11 standard drinks
How many standard drinks per week should men limit themselves to?
How many standard drinks per week should men limit themselves to?
17 standard drinks
Which foods are filling but low in calories for maintaining a healthy weight?
Which foods are filling but low in calories for maintaining a healthy weight?
Vegetables, salad, and fruit
Which foods are good sources of iron for adults?
Which foods are good sources of iron for adults?
Red meat, leafy greens, fortified cereals