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Chapter 1 FOOD CHOICES AND HUMAN HEALTH

Summary. What is nutrition?Why is proper nutrition important?What are nutrients?What are the characteristics of a nutritious diet?Nutrition as a science.Government guidelines.. What is Nutrition?. What is nutrition?The study of nutrients in foods and how foods nourish our bodies.Malnutrition

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Chapter 1 FOOD CHOICES AND HUMAN HEALTH

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    1. Chapter 1 FOOD CHOICES AND HUMAN HEALTH YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT REALLY

    2. Summary What is nutrition? Why is proper nutrition important? What are nutrients? What are the characteristics of a nutritious diet? Nutrition as a science. Government guidelines.

    3. What is Nutrition? What is nutrition? The study of nutrients in foods and how foods nourish our bodies. Malnutrition is too much, too little, or an improper balance of nutrient intake. What are some of the effects of malnutrition?

    4. How Important is Proper Nutrition? Long term health can be compromised by lifestyle choices. Chronic diseases that afflict humans and cause death, Table 1.1.

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