Water and Dietary Fibre

Water and dietary fibre are nutrients.

• True

• False

How many glasses of water should you drink per day?

• 4-5
• 5-6
• 6-8
• 8-10

Which of the following is a factor affecting water intake?

• Environment

• State of health

• Level of activity

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a function of water in the body?

• Helps to regulate body temperature
• Helps to remove cholesterol from the blood
  
• Helps the body to absorb water-soluble vitamins
• Lubricates joints and eyes
  

I help to moderate blood sugar levels and remove cholesterol from the blood. I am...

• Soluble Fibre

• Insoluble Fibre

I help to prevent constipation and bowel disorders. I am...

• Soluble Fibre

• Insoluble Fibre

I am found in wholegrain starchy foods...

• Soluble Fibre
• Insoluble Fibre

I am found in oats and beans...

• Soluble Fibre
• Insoluble Fibre

Eating a diet high in fibre can help to prevent...

• Anaemia

• Constipation

• Colorectal cancer

• Osteoporosis

Excessive intake of dietary fibre with low water intake can cause...

• Osteoporosis

• Constipation

• Heart diseases

• Scurvy