Factors of a Balanced Diet    

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The seven factors of a balanced diet along with; what foods they can be found in and why they are so important


 
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Created Mar 27, 2010
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1
What percentage of daily energy supplies is recommended for fats?
 
Saturated: 10%Polyunsaturated: 6%Monounsaturated: 12%
2
What are carbohydrates stored as in the body, and where?
 
Glycogen, they are stored in the liver and can be broken down by the hormone glucagon
3
What are three uses for fats?
 
To keep the body warmTo protect vital organsAs an alternate energy source
4
Define obesity and overweight
 
Extreme overweightHaving weight in excess of normal
5
What are factors affecting optimum body weight?
 
HeightSexBone structureMuscle Girth
6
State 8 signs of anorexia nervosa
 
Severe weight lossMisconceptions of weightObsession with food and caloriesPre-occupation with...

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