3. Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness
The chapter outlines the interconnection between food, nutrition, and health, emphasizing the importance of a balanced diet during adolescence. It discusses key concepts such as dietary needs, the role of nutrients, and factors influencing eating behaviors. The chapter also covers eating disorders prevalent among adolescents and highlights the need for proper nutrition to achieve overall health and well-being.
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What we have learnt
- Food provides essential nutrients necessary for energy, growth, and health.
- A balanced diet includes a variety of foods in adequate amounts to meet nutritional needs.
- Health encompasses physical, emotional, and social well-being, while fitness is related to the body's ability to perform tasks efficiently.
Key Concepts
- -- Food
- Anything solid or liquid that provides essential nutrients when digested.
- -- Nutrition
- The science of foods, nutrients, and their actions within the body.
- -- Balanced Diet
- A diet that includes a variety of foods in correct proportions to meet all essential nutrient requirements.
- -- Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA)
- Nutrient allowance guidelines formulated to meet the needs of almost all healthy individuals.
- -- Eating Disorders
- Serious conditions characterized by unhealthy eating habits, notably anorexia nervosa and bulimia.
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