Fig. 4.1 is a pie chart showing a person's diet. It is split into: bread, rice, potatoes and pasta (36%); fruit and vegetables (35%); meat, fish, eggs and beans (11%); milk and dairy foods (12.5%); foods and drinks high in fat and sugar (5.5%).
(a)[2]
State what the term balanced diet means.
(b(i))[2]
Explain why these foods are needed by the body.
(b(ii))[2]
State the foods shown in Fig. 4.1 that are rich in protein and state why proteins are important to the body.
(b(iii))[1]
Describe one harmful effect of consuming too much fat.
(b(iv))[4]
State and explain two factors that may influence a person's dietary needs.
Worked solution & mark scheme
This 11-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “A diet containing all nutrient classes/groups” …