Sec 4 NFS revision

Excessive intake of saturated fats increase the level of 'bad cholesterol' which block blood vessels.

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Red meat is a good source of protein. Name two other nutrients found in red meat.

(a)  

Name two ingredients that could be used with beaten egg to make a different coating for frying food.

Do not state plain flour.

(a)  

Which of the following are symptoms of an inadequate intake of water?

• dehydration

• constipation

• dowager's hump

• pale skin

Define Heat stroke.

Which of the following are symptoms of heatstroke?

• vomiting

• flushed skin

• body temperature of 40 degree Celsius or above

• sudden stop of perspiration

The factors that affect water intake are state of health, diet, environment and level of physical activity. Which statement(s) related to the factors is/are true?

• Fever or diarrhoea would need higher intake of water to replace water lost.

• A diet high in diuretics need to consume more water to replace lost due to frequent urination.

• A diet high in dietary fibre needs to consume more water to soften stools.

• The body loses more water through perspiration when environment is hot and physical activity is strenuous.

• A diet high in sodium results in higher intake of water to remove sodium via urination.

synovial fluid is a water-soluble waste, which is removed from the body via urination.

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Dietary fibre is able to bind to (a)   and excrete it from the body, lowering blood cholesterol level.

Wholegrains e.g. brown rice increases satiety and slows down the (a)   absorption, preventing high blood glucose levels.