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WorksheetsN5 Dietary Diseases Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is obesity?
Being slightly overweight
Having a balanced weight
Being underweight
Being so overweight that it is a danger to health
Which of the following is NOT a risk associated with obesity?
Improved joint health
Heart disease
Type 2 diabetes
Some cancers
What can cause obesity?
Too much saturated fat
Drinking plenty of water
Too much exercise
Eating small portion sizes
What is high blood pressure?
Pressure of blood in arteries
Low pressure of blood in veins
No pressure in the blood
Pressure of blood in the heart
What can too much salt in the diet cause?
Weaker bones
Improved heart function
Better digestion
Heart disease
What is coronary heart disease?
Narrowing of arteries due to cholesterol
No blood flow to the brain
Narrowing of veins
Widening of arteries
What happens if a piece of cholesterol breaks off in the arteries?
It strengthens the artery walls
It reduces blood pressure
It causes a blood clot
It improves blood flow
What is Type 1 Diabetes?
The body uses insulin very efficiently
The pancreas is unable to produce any insulin
The pancreas produces too much insulin
The pancreas produces insulin only at night
What is a common treatment for Type 2 Diabetes?
Increased sugar intake
A healthy diet
No physical activity
Skipping meals
What is osteoporosis?
Excessive bone growth
Porous bones
Strong bones
Bones with extra calcium
What can cause anaemia?
High protein diet
Too much vitamin C
A shortage of iron
Excessive iron intake
What is a symptom of anaemia?
Feeling energetic
Increased appetite
Constant tiredness
Improved vision
What can a lack of fibre in the diet lead to?
Improved digestion
Stronger muscles
Better skin
Constipation
What is a cause of bowel cancer?
Excessive water consumption
High fat and red meat diet
High fibre diet
Low fat intake
What is diverticular disease?
A condition where small intestine walls weaken
A condition where the skin becomes dry
A condition where the heart enlarges
A condition where bones become brittle
What causes tooth decay?
Eating too many vegetables
Brushing teeth regularly
Excessive water drinking
High sugar intake
How can you prevent tooth decay?
Eat more sugary snacks
Avoid brushing teeth
Brush teeth twice daily
Increase sugar intake
What is a risk factor for developing Type 2 Diabetes?
Excessive exercise
High water intake
Poor diet
Being underweight
What is a symptom of high blood pressure?
Improved circulation
Increased energy
Strain on the heart
Low heart strain
What is a common cause of osteoporosis?
Excessive vitamin D
High protein diet
Lack of calcium
Too much phosphorus
