Special Diets (Junior Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What is the max recommended daily salt intake for adults?
What is the max recommended daily salt intake for adults?
6 g
How many grams of sodium is equivalent to 6 g of salt?
How many grams of sodium is equivalent to 6 g of salt?
2.4 g
How much salt do Irish adults consume on average daily?
How much salt do Irish adults consume on average daily?
10 g or more
Which health problem is associated with high salt intake?
Which health problem is associated with high salt intake?
Stroke
Why does salt cause blood pressure to rise?
Why does salt cause blood pressure to rise?
It causes the body to retain water
What should be used to flavour food instead of salt at the table?
What should be used to flavour food instead of salt at the table?
Herbs and spices
Which is an example of processed food to avoid?
Which is an example of processed food to avoid?
Cured meats
What is the name of a low-salt alternative product mentioned?
What is the name of a low-salt alternative product mentioned?
LoSalt
Which ingredient on food labels indicates sodium content?
Which ingredient on food labels indicates sodium content?
Monosodium glutamate (MSG)
What % of dietary salt comes from processed foods?
What % of dietary salt comes from processed foods?
70%