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What is Nutrition? |
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Answer» Nutrition is a science of food and its body use. Food supplies the energy for even action. Food also provides material that our body needs to build up and repair its tissues and to regulate the functions of its organs and systems. The chemicals in food, which our body needs, are called nutrients. The word 'nutrient' is used for specific dietary constituents such as proteins, fats carbohydrates. vitamins and minerals. A proper diet helps in the prevention of certain illnesses and recovery from injury/diseases. Maintaining a nutritional status enables us to grow well and enjoy good health. An inadequate or improper diet increases the risk of diseases. |
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