Diets (Grade 11 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Flashcards
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Balanced diet definition
Balanced diet definition
Contains all necessary nutrients in right quantities
Function of proteins in diet
Function of proteins in diet
Build and repair cells and tissues
What vegan diets exclude
What vegan diets exclude
All animal products: meat, dairy, and eggs
Under-nourishment definition
Under-nourishment definition
Not eating enough food or lacking specific nutrients
Kwashiorkor cause and symptoms
Kwashiorkor cause and symptoms
Protein deficiency; swollen stomach, skin sores, stunted growth
Anorexia nervosa
Anorexia nervosa
Refusing to eat due to fear of weight gain
Common food allergens (5 examples)
Common food allergens (5 examples)
Milk, peanuts, nuts, shellfish, eggs
What is plaque?
What is plaque?
Sticky film formed by bacteria on teeth
Fluoride function
Fluoride function
Strengthens teeth and prevents cavities
Calcium & Vitamin D use
Calcium & Vitamin D use
Pregnant women & elderly for strong bones, prevent osteoporosis