Incidence and cause of major health problems 5.0 / 5 based on 1 ratingTeacher recommended ? Home Economics: Food & NutritionHealth problemsCause of health problemsASOCR Created by: EmCreated on: 29-03-16 11:28 A balanced diet is an important way of protecting what? Health 1 of 24 Poor diet is associated with what? Cancers, heart disease, stoke and tooth decay 2 of 24 Families and households on low income spend more money on what? Foods high in fat sugar and salt 3 of 24 Obesity results from..? An imbalance between energy intake and energy needs 4 of 24 Too many children spend too much time doing what? Travelling in cars, watching TV and playing computer games 5 of 24 What has contributed to the rise in obesity? Larger portions, sugary drinks, more fast food outlets 6 of 24 Obese people are more likely to suffer from what? Low self-esteem, confidence issues and reduced mobility 7 of 24 Tooth decay is caused by what? Sticky deposits called dental plaque 8 of 24 Plaque will harden into what substance? Tartar 9 of 24 What increases the risk of tooth decay? Frequent snacking on sugary foods 10 of 24 Who suggested that physical inactivity is a risk factor for several diseases? The Department of Health 11 of 24 Do individuals from high socio-economic groups or low socio-economic groups do more exercise? High socio-economic groups 12 of 24 Is physical activity helpful in maintaining good mental health? Yes 13 of 24 What is the most significant cause of diseases which leads to early deaths in England? Smoking 14 of 24 Smoking is the main cause of lung cancer. What other cancers does smoking contribute to? Bladder, kidney, stomach, pancreas 15 of 24 What is passive smoking? Breathing in someone's cigarette smoke 16 of 24 What percentage increased risk of diseases do non-smokers have who are exposed to passive smoking? 25% 17 of 24 Adult women should not drink more than how many units per day? 2-3 18 of 24 Pregnant women should not drink more than how many units per week? 1-2 19 of 24 Has alcohol been linked to domestic violence and drownings? Yes 20 of 24 Are teenage girls living in deprived areas more likely to fall pregnant than those living in more affluent areas? Yes 21 of 24 What is teenage pregnancy often associated with? Lack of educational achievement 22 of 24 Research evidence on drugs has suggested a relationship between what? Social deprivation and rates of drug-related deaths 23 of 24 Are young men or young women from deprived areas more likely to die from drug-related conditions? Young men 24 of 24
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