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What is the primary goal of a balanced diet?
What is the primary goal of a balanced diet?
- To eliminate vitamins and minerals from the diet
- To provide a surplus of carbohydrates
- To increase the intake of lipids
- To include appropriate proportions of all biological molecules (correct)
What is the consequence of consuming too much food in general?
What is the consequence of consuming too much food in general?
- Deficiency disease
- Malnutrition
- Obesity (correct)
- Anemia
Which of the following is an example of a deficiency disease?
Which of the following is an example of a deficiency disease?
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Scurvy (correct)
- Hypertension
What happens when there is a lack of a particular biological molecule in the diet?
What happens when there is a lack of a particular biological molecule in the diet?
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What is the significance of dietary fibre in a balanced diet?
What is the significance of dietary fibre in a balanced diet?
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Study Notes
A Balanced Diet
- A balanced diet consists of appropriate proportions of various biological molecules, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals, dietary fibre, and water.
Importance of Balance
- Consuming too much or too little of any of these biological molecules can lead to problems.
- Overconsumption of food can lead to obesity.
- Inadequate intake of a particular biological molecule can lead to deficiency diseases, such as scurvy.
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