Chapter

Nutrition and Health

From HE A LTH EDUC A TION H E A L T H 1 0 0 V E R S I O N 3 by Sambif

Concepts

  1. Diet Health

    "The foods we eat affect all dimensions of health and wellness. For example, a teen with Type 2 diabetes, a disease brought on by poor diet, is first diagnosed by physical signs and symptoms such as i

  2. Nutrients

    "Many of the health issues associated with poor eating habits are a result of an energy imbalance. Most Americans are obtaining more energy from food than they actually need to function in their daily

  3. Carbohydrates

    "Carbohydrates are a diverse group of compounds that have a multitude of effects in the body and are the primary form of energy for activities of daily living. The name carbohydrate means “hydrated ca

  4. Dietary Fats

    "Lipids, commonly referred to as fats, have a poor reputation among most people. “Fat free” labeling on packaging is often perceived as healthy. We do need to consume certain fats, and we should try t

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