Malnutrition

It is characterized by lack, excess or imbalance nutrients.

It denotes insufficient energy and nutrients to meet an individual's needs to maintain good health.

It occupies (imbalanced nutrition) arising from excessive intake of nutrients, leading to accumulation of body fat that impairs health (i.e., overweight/obesity)

Protein, Carbohydrates and Fats (Lipid) are called _________________.

• macronutrients

• micronutrients

• macrovitamins

• microvitamins

It contains the vitamins, mineral and including water is called ____________

• microvitamins

• macrovitamins

• micronutrients

• macronutrients

What are the three macronutrients below. Check the box.

• Milk

• Carbohydrates

• Sugar

• Lipids (Fat)

• Protein

This is one of the major nutrients that are contain sugars, starches and fibers found in fruits, grains, vegetables and milk products.

• Lipids

• Protein

• Water

• Carbohydrates

These are two of the main types of nutrients that your body needs to survive and stay healthy. Vitamins help your body grow and work the way it should.

• Water and Milk

• Minerals and Vitamins

• Water and Minerals

• Milk and Vitamins

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