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What is the primary purpose of nutrients in the body?
Why is continuous absence of certain nutrients considered disastrous to health?
How is nutrition defined?
Why is the study of nutrition considered essential for medical and agricultural students?
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What is the main focus of nutrition related to body processes?
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What is the primary focus of the science of nutrition?
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How can nutrition be described in terms of quantity?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a nutrient essential for maintaining health?
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What happens to nutrients after they are broken down in the body?
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In what ways does nutrition extend beyond just the physical aspects of food intake?
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Study Notes
Nutrition Definition and Importance
- Nutrition is the science of food and its relationship to health, including the study of nutrients and their utilization by the body.
- It is fundamental for individual health and the health and wellbeing of patients and clients.
Nutrients and Their Functions
- Nutrients are the constituents of food that must be supplied to the body in suitable amounts to maintain healthy stature and well-being.
- Examples of nutrients include carbohydrates, protein, fat and oil, minerals, and water.
- Nutrients provide energy, structural materials, and regulating agents to support growth, maintenance, and repair of body tissues.
Importance of Balanced Nutrition
- A continuous absence of certain nutrients may lead to clinical symptoms, and if not intervened, can be disastrous to an individual's health.
- Food must be eaten in the right proportion to maintain optimal health.
Scope of Nutrition
- Nutrition is concerned with the amount of nutrient required for proper growth and functioning of the body.
- It studies the actions, interactions, and balance of nutrients in relationship to health and disease.
- Nutrition also considers socio-economic, cultural, and psychological implications of food and eating.
Process of Nutrition
- Nutrition involves the process by which the organism ingests, digests, absorbs, transports, and utilizes nutrients and disposes of end products.
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Description
Explore the fundamental aspects of nutrition science, including the study of nutrients, their interactions, and their impact on health and disease. Learn about the quantitative nature of nutrition and the importance of nutrient balance for proper bodily functions.
