Posted: June 9th, 2015
Topic: Exercise health and lifestyle
Assignment 1 – Lifestyle Factors
Use the following questions to help you explain how the key lifestyle factors have an impact on health and well-being (P1, M1).
Diet and Nutrition:
- Explain the 5 key components in a balanced diet, and why they are important in our diets.
- What % should the following nutrients be in our diet?
Carbohydrates =
Fats =
Protein =
- Explain the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats. What role do they play in our diets?
- What roles does water play in our diet?
- What is the recommended daily intake for water?
- What is the recommended daily calorie intake for men and women to maintain a healthy ‘energy balance’?
- What could happen if energy balance is not achieved?
Physical Activity Levels
- What are the current physical activity guidelines for staying healthy?
- Explain the benefits of regular physical activity.
- What are the health risks associated with low activity levels?
Alcohol
- What is a unit of alcohol?
- What is the recommended daily allowance for men and women?
- What are the health risks associated with excessive alcohol consumption?
Smoking:
Explain the health risks associated with smoking.