Importance of Balancing Energy Intake and Output (Leaving Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What units are used to measure energy in food and nutrition?
What units are used to measure energy in food and nutrition?
Kilocalories (kcal) or kilojoules (kJ)
How many kilocalories per gram do fats provide compared to carbohydrates?
How many kilocalories per gram do fats provide compared to carbohydrates?
9 kcal/g (more than double)
What does energy intake describe?
What does energy intake describe?
Total fuel from all food & drink consumed
Which component represents the largest portion of your energy output?
Which component represents the largest portion of your energy output?
Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
What are the three main ways your body uses energy?
What are the three main ways your body uses energy?
BMR, physical activity, thermic effect
What health problems can result from consistently consuming more energy than you use?
What health problems can result from consistently consuming more energy than you use?
Weight gain, obesity, diabetes, heart disease
What happens if you don't eat enough to meet your body's energy needs?
What happens if you don't eat enough to meet your body's energy needs?
Weight loss & undernutrition/malnutrition
How does age typically affect your energy requirements?
How does age typically affect your energy requirements?
Needs decrease due to slower metabolism
Why do men generally require more energy than women?
Why do men generally require more energy than women?
More muscle mass & larger body frames
What does the thermic effect of food refer to?
What does the thermic effect of food refer to?
Energy used to digest, absorb & process
What is the daily energy requirement for a sedentary woman aged 19-50 years?
What is the daily energy requirement for a sedentary woman aged 19-50 years?
Approximately 1800-2000 kcal per day
How much energy does an active man aged 19-50 years need daily?
How much energy does an active man aged 19-50 years need daily?
Around 2500-3000 kilocalories daily