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N5 Dietary Diseases Quiz

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is obesity?

a)

Being slightly overweight

b)

Having a balanced weight

c)

Being underweight

d)

Being so overweight that it is a danger to health

2.

Which of the following is NOT a risk associated with obesity?

a)

Improved joint health

b)

Heart disease

c)

Type 2 diabetes

d)

Some cancers

3.

What can cause obesity?

a)

Too much saturated fat

b)

Drinking plenty of water

c)

Too much exercise

d)

Eating small portion sizes

4.

What is high blood pressure?

a)

Pressure of blood in arteries

b)

Low pressure of blood in veins

c)

No pressure in the blood

d)

Pressure of blood in the heart

5.

What can too much salt in the diet cause?

a)

Weaker bones

b)

Improved heart function

c)

Better digestion

d)

Heart disease

6.

What is coronary heart disease?

a)

Narrowing of arteries due to cholesterol

b)

No blood flow to the brain

c)

Narrowing of veins

d)

Widening of arteries

7.

What happens if a piece of cholesterol breaks off in the arteries?

a)

It strengthens the artery walls

b)

It reduces blood pressure

c)

It causes a blood clot

d)

It improves blood flow

8.

What is Type 1 Diabetes?

a)

The body uses insulin very efficiently

b)

The pancreas is unable to produce any insulin

c)

The pancreas produces too much insulin

d)

The pancreas produces insulin only at night

9.

What is a common treatment for Type 2 Diabetes?

a)

Increased sugar intake

b)

A healthy diet

c)

No physical activity

d)

Skipping meals

10.

What is osteoporosis?

a)

Excessive bone growth

b)

Porous bones

c)

Strong bones

d)

Bones with extra calcium

11.

What can cause anaemia?

a)

High protein diet

b)

Too much vitamin C

c)

A shortage of iron

d)

Excessive iron intake

12.

What is a symptom of anaemia?

a)

Feeling energetic

b)

Increased appetite

c)

Constant tiredness

d)

Improved vision

13.

What can a lack of fibre in the diet lead to?

a)

Improved digestion

b)

Stronger muscles

c)

Better skin

d)

Constipation

14.

What is a cause of bowel cancer?

a)

Excessive water consumption

b)

High fat and red meat diet

c)

High fibre diet

d)

Low fat intake

15.

What is diverticular disease?

a)

A condition where small intestine walls weaken

b)

A condition where the skin becomes dry

c)

A condition where the heart enlarges

d)

A condition where bones become brittle

16.

What causes tooth decay?

a)

Eating too many vegetables

b)

Brushing teeth regularly

c)

Excessive water drinking

d)

High sugar intake

17.

How can you prevent tooth decay?

a)

Eat more sugary snacks

b)

Avoid brushing teeth

c)

Brush teeth twice daily

d)

Increase sugar intake

18.

What is a risk factor for developing Type 2 Diabetes?

a)

Excessive exercise

b)

High water intake

c)

Poor diet

d)

Being underweight

19.

What is a symptom of high blood pressure?

a)

Improved circulation

b)

Increased energy

c)

Strain on the heart

d)

Low heart strain

20.

What is a common cause of osteoporosis?

a)

Excessive vitamin D

b)

High protein diet

c)

Lack of calcium

d)

Too much phosphorus