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How much dietary fibre does an adult mean?
30g
How much dietary fibre does a 11-16 year old need?
25g
What’s the energy requirement for men a day?
2,500
What’s the energy requirement for women a day?
2,000
What’s the salt intake for adults?
6g
What’s the salt intake for 7-10?
5g
What’s the average intake of protein for a male?
56g
What’s an average nutrient intake of protein in women?
45g average female 19-50
What’s the daily recommendation regarding adults exercising?
At least 2 times a week & at least 150 moderate minutes of exercise or vigorous 75 mins
What’s the recommendation for children exercising?
1 hour a day
What’s the limit of alcohol intakes?
Men/women advised not to have more than 14 units a week
How much water should you drink a day?
6-8 large glasses a day
How much fish should you eat a week?
2 portions one must be oily eg salmon
How much caffeine should you have a day?
Less than 4 or will increase blood pressure
How many carb calories per gram
4
How many protein calories per gram
4
How many lipid calories per gram?
9
What are the 8 dietary guidelines?
• Base meals on starchy foods • Eat lots of fruit and veg • Eat more fish - 1 oily fish a week • Cut down on saturated fats/sugar • Eat less salt no more than 6g • Get active = healthy weight • Drink plenty water • Don’t skip breakfast