G11 6.4 Calories

What is a calorie?

• a medical condition

• a form of energy

• minerals

• vitamins

How many calories is recommended for men each day?

• 1500

• 2000

• 2500

• 3000

How many calories is recommended for women each day?

• 1500

• 2000

• 2500

• 3000

When might a person need more calories?

• if a person needs to gain weight

• if a person exercises a lot

• during pregnancy

• all answers are correct

What factors can affect calorie requirements?

Choose two answers.

• gender

• mental health problems

• hair colour

• age

How many calories per gram are in carbohydrates?

• 2 kcal

• 4 kcal

• 9 kcal

• 10 kcal

How many calories per gram are in fat?

• 2 kcal

• 4 kcal

• 9 kcal

• 10 kcal

Chips contain 10 grams of fat. How many calories come from fat?

• 8 calories

• 16 calories

• 40 calories

• 90 calories