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What is the primary function of a balanced diet in the human body?
What is the primary function of a balanced diet in the human body?
- To regulate body temperature
- To provide energy for physical activity
- To supply chemical energy for metabolism (correct)
- To synthesise carbohydrates, protein, and fats
What are the essential nutrients that the body cannot synthesise?
What are the essential nutrients that the body cannot synthesise?
- Carbohydrates, protein, and fats
- Vitamin A, vitamin B, and vitamin C
- Minerals such as iron, potassium, and sodium
- All of the above (correct)
What is a characteristic of a balanced diet?
What is a characteristic of a balanced diet?
- Consuming only fruits and vegetables
- Eating a variety of foods from different groups (correct)
- Eating only lean meats and fish
- Drinking only low-fat milk
What is the cause of kwashiorkor?
What is the cause of kwashiorkor?
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What is the term for a lack of proper nutrition?
What is the term for a lack of proper nutrition?
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What is the primary cause of anaemia?
What is the primary cause of anaemia?
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What is the characteristic of scurvy?
What is the characteristic of scurvy?
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What is the term for a diet that lacks essential nutrients?
What is the term for a diet that lacks essential nutrients?
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What is the result of a diet that lacks vitamin B3?
What is the result of a diet that lacks vitamin B3?
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