What is the likely outcome of a person consuming more energy than they expend over an extended period of time?
Steady weight
Weight loss
Weight gain
What unit is energy consumption measured in?
Calories
Watts
Kilograms
Which of these nutritional elements is used to rebuild the muscle tissues that are damaged by heavy training?
Carbohydrates
Fats
Proteins
Which of these sources of energy can be considered to be a simple carbohydrate?
Potato
Rice
Fructose (from fruit)
Which of these forms of fat is an essential feature of a balanced diet?
Saturated fats
Polyunsaturated fats
Trans fats
Which mineral, found in fish and broccoli, is essential for bone growth and strength?
Potassium
Zinc
Calcium
Which condition is likely to occur if a marathon runner competes in hot conditions without consuming enough water?
Hydration
Dehydration
Hypertension
What is the role of insoluble fibre in the human body?
To reduce cholesterol
To rehydrate
To keep the bowels healthy
According to the eatwell plate, what is the key to a healthy diet?
Variety
Fruit and vegetables
In what form are complex carbohydrates stored in the human body?
Glucose
Glycogen