What is nutrition disorders? Nutritional disorders are caused by insufficient or excess intake of a given nutrient(s). Some of the nutritional disorders are:- Kwashiorkor Marasmus Scurvy Goitre Rickets Osteomalacia There are other nutritional disorders associated with lifestyles. These include:- Gout Obesity Anorexia nervosa FOOD Definition of Terms Food: This is any substance, liquid or solid that […]
FOOD, CLASSES AND IMPORTANCE Food can be defined as any substance that can be metabolized by any organism to give and build tissues. It is a substance which when taken into the body, yields materials which can produce energy, and yield substances for growth and repair of our body tissues. Good food is one of
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What is Food spoilage? Food spoilage is the deterioration of food, making it unfit for human consumption. Food poisoning is the illness caused by eating contaminated food. Causes of Food Spoilage Poor storage of foods Chemicals present in food containers wrappers and packets Keeping food for too long until it rots, wilts or withers. Cover
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FOOD Ths is any edible substance liquid or solid which when eaten and digested maintain life. Eating a balanced meal is very essential for survival. BALANCED DIET A balanced diet is a meal that contains all the six classes of food nutrients in the right proportion. Feeding Habits are your everyday patterns of eating. Healthy
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