Chapter 11 Section 3: Questions

How can good nutrition enhance your health throughout your life?

You will: 1.) maintain a healthy weight 2.) you body will run better getting all of the proper nutrients 3.) Healthy skin and nails (fats) 4.) Healthy bones and teeth (calcium) 5.) more energy and better performance

How are dehydration and electrolyte imbalance related?

Dehydration can lead to the imbalance of electrolytes. Sodium, chloride, and potassium are electrolytes

Describe the health advantages and disadvantages of a vegetarian eating style

Advantages: Plant-based foods have a lower saturated fats, you will be more fiber, have lower cholesterol, and have a reduced risk of CVD. Disadvantage: Lower in suit certain nutrients, or expensive, proteins harder to obtain, dietary supplements

List three factors that may influence a persons calorie and nutrient needs

Age, gender, and activity level all influence a persons calorie and nutrient needs.

Why are dietary supplements not a substitute for eating a variety of healthful foods?

-addiction - don't get proper nutrients - large co$t - less energy -weakness - side affects - you don't get enough calories from them

Toby has a milk allergy and is unable to consume dairy products. How might hit a benefit from dietary supplements?

Dietary supplements would ensure the calcium that he needs to grow and develop. His bones and teeth would get stronger and improve his overall health.

What health problems can result when athletes take performance-enhancing drugs or supplements?

Leads to muscle imbalance, tendons and ligaments become weaker, organ damage