Nutrition- GCSE PE

On average how many calories does a male require per day.

• 2500

• 2000

In order to lose weight what needs to happen to our food intake and energy expenditure?

• Calories taken in is more than energy expended

• Calories taken in is the same as energy expended

• Calories taken in is less than energy expended.

What are the 4 factors that affect calories required? Check all that apply

• Height

• Food Preference

• Age

• Gender

• Energy Expenditure

The defintion of a balanced diet is: a diet that contains the right _____ of food so that you consume only as many calories as you expend each day.

What is the percentage of carbohydrates that we require in our diets?

• 55-60%

• 15-20%

• 25-30%

What is the percentage of fats that we require in our diets?

• 55-60%

• 15-20%

• 25-30%

What is the percentage of protein that we require in our diets?

• 55-60%

• 15-20%

• 25-30%

What is the role of carbohydrates in our diet.

• The main and preferred energy source, at all intensities.

• An energy source used more when exercising at low intensity.

• Supports muscle growth and repair.

What are the two different types of carbohydrates.

• Saturated

• Simple

• Unsaturated

• Complex

What type of energy do simple carbohydrates provide?

• Immediate

• Slow release