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 repair 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
Fruit jam
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 fibre in the human body?
To provide energy
To rehydrate
To keep the bowels healthy
On average how many kilocalories per day are required by adult women?
2,500 Kcal
2,000 Kcal
2,250 Kcal
In what form are complex carbohydrates stored in the human body?
Glucose
Glycogen