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Which of the following is NOT classified as a macronutrient?
Which of the following is NOT classified as a macronutrient?
- Fats
- Proteins
- Carbohydrates
- Minerals (correct)
Which of the following is classified as a micronutrient?
Which of the following is classified as a micronutrient?
- Carbohydrates
- Fats
- Proteins
- Vitamins (correct)
What does the term 'composition' refer to in nutrition?
What does the term 'composition' refer to in nutrition?
- The uses of the nutrient in the body
- The elements that make up the nutrient and how they are arranged within the nutrient (correct)
- The foods which are the best suppliers of the nutrient
- The division into groups or classes
What is the definition of 'nutrient' in the context of nutrition?
What is the definition of 'nutrient' in the context of nutrition?
How many nutrients are there according to the text?
How many nutrients are there according to the text?
Which segment of the population is particularly affected by Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM)?
Which segment of the population is particularly affected by Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM)?
Which of the following clinical forms of Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) is characterized by severe protein deficiency?
Which of the following clinical forms of Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) is characterized by severe protein deficiency?
Which of the following sub-clinical forms of Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) is characterized by low weight for age?
Which of the following sub-clinical forms of Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) is characterized by low weight for age?
Study Notes
Macronutrients and Micronutrients
- Fiber is NOT classified as a macronutrient.
- Vitamin D is classified as a micronutrient.
Nutrition Terminology
- In nutrition, 'composition' refers to the amount of protein, fat, carbohydrates, and water in a particular food or diet.
- A 'nutrient' is a substance that provides nutritional value, such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
Nutrients and Nutrition
- There are approximately 40-50 essential nutrients.
- Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) particularly affects children under five years old.
Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM)
- Kwashiorkor is a clinical form of PEM characterized by severe protein deficiency.
- Stunting is a sub-clinical form of PEM characterized by low weight for age.
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Test your knowledge on nutrition with this quiz! Learn about the purpose of nutrition, the roles of macronutrients and micronutrients in the body, and the disorders associated with inadequate nutrition. Discover the food sources of various nutrients and understand the composition of these essential elements. Challenge yourself and become a nutrition expert!
