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What is the main function of energy providing foods?
What is the main function of energy providing foods?
- Help in the regulation of internal metabolism in the body
- Aid in production of useful body compounds
- Assist in the formation of new tissues
- Yield energy for life processes (correct)
Which food category is rich in proteins and helps in the formation of new tissues?
Which food category is rich in proteins and helps in the formation of new tissues?
- Fruits and citrus
- Cereals and sugar
- Legumes and eggs (correct)
- Green leafy vegetables and roughages
What is the main function of protective/regulatory foods?
What is the main function of protective/regulatory foods?
- Assist in the repair of worn out tissues
- Help in the regulation of internal metabolism in the body (correct)
- Aid in production of useful body compounds
- Yield energy for life processes
What is autotrophic nutrition?
What is autotrophic nutrition?
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What is heterotrophic nutrition?
What is heterotrophic nutrition?
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Which nutrient is the cheapest source of energy in the diet, providing about 60-80% of total energy required by the body?
Which nutrient is the cheapest source of energy in the diet, providing about 60-80% of total energy required by the body?
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What is the primary function of fats in the human body?
What is the primary function of fats in the human body?
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What type of lipid are fats, which are insoluble in water and used primarily as a source of energy?
What type of lipid are fats, which are insoluble in water and used primarily as a source of energy?
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Which nutrient is required in large amounts and includes carbohydrates, fats, and proteins?
Which nutrient is required in large amounts and includes carbohydrates, fats, and proteins?
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What is the main function of cellulose, a type of carbohydrate?
What is the main function of cellulose, a type of carbohydrate?
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