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    Nutrition involves the study of nutrients and their interaction with the human body. Key aspects include digestion, absorption of nutrients, dietary patterns, metabolism, and their effects on health. There are macronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats which are needed in larger amounts, and micronutrients like vitamins and minerals which are needed in smaller amounts. Proteins are made of amino acids which support various biological functions. Malnutrition occurs when one's diet does not provide enough nutrients or the right balance, and can involve undernutrition or overnutrition. High biological value proteins more closely match human amino acid needs and are more easily used, while low biological value proteins lack some essential amino acids or the correct proportions.

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    Nutrition involves the study of nutrients and their interaction with the human body. Key aspects include digestion, absorption of nutrients, dietary patterns, metabolism, and their effects on health. There are macronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats which are needed in larger amounts, and micronutrients like vitamins and minerals which are needed in smaller amounts. Proteins are made of amino acids which support various biological functions. Malnutrition occurs when one's diet does not provide enough nutrients or the right balance, and can involve undernutrition or overnutrition. High biological value proteins more closely match human amino acid needs and are more easily used, while low biological value proteins lack some essential amino acids or the correct proportions.

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    Nutrition involves the study of nutrients and their interaction with the human body. Key aspects include digestion, absorption of nutrients, dietary patterns, metabolism, and their effects on health. There are macronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats which are needed in larger amounts, and micronutrients like vitamins and minerals which are needed in smaller amounts. Proteins are made of amino acids which support various biological functions. Malnutrition occurs when one's diet does not provide enough nutrients or the right balance, and can involve undernutrition or overnutrition. High biological value proteins more closely match human amino acid needs and are more easily used, while low biological value proteins lack some essential amino acids or the correct proportions.

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    Muhammad Huzeifa Moin

    Nutrition

    Nutrition is the multidisciplinary study of the interaction between nutrients and the human body,
    encompassing the science of food, digestion, absorption, dietary patterns, metabolism, and their effects on
    health and disease.

    Digestion: Process of breaking down food through mechanical and enzymatic actions for nutrient
    absorption.

    Absorption: Uptake of nutrients, water, and substances by gastrointestinal cells for utilization by
    the body.

    Dietary patterns: Habitual food and beverage selection and consumption influencing nutritional
    status and health outcomes.

    Metabolism: Biochemical processes converting nutrients into energy, synthesizing/breaking


    down molecules, and regulating physiological functions.

    Types

    Macronutrients: Nutrients required in larger quantities by the body, including carbohydrates,


    proteins, and fats.

    Micronutrients: Essential nutrients needed in smaller quantities, such as vitamins and minerals,
    for proper body functioning.

    Proteins
    Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and are essential for various biological processes in the
    body.
     Build and repair tissues, Make enzymes and hormones, Transport nutrients, Regulate metabolism,
    Build immunity, Fight infection, Promote wound healing, Improve cognitive function, Boost
    energy levels

    The USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) is a federal agency responsible for developing and
    executing policies related to farming, agriculture, forestry, and food. They promote food safety, nutrition,
    conservation, and support rural communities.

    The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) is a regulatory agency in the United States that ensures the
    safety, quality, and labeling of food and food products. Their impact on culinary includes setting food
    safety standards, conducting inspections, and enforcing regulations to protect public health
    Malnutrition
    Malnutrition is a condition that occurs when a person's diet does not provide enough nutrients or the right
    balance of nutrients. It can mean undernutrition – not getting enough nutrients – or overnutrition – getting
    more nutrients than needed.
    There are four main types of malnutrition:
     Underweight: This occurs when a person's weight is too low for their height.
     Stunting: This occurs when a child's growth is stunted, meaning they are shorter than expected for
    their age.
     Wasting: This occurs when a person's weight is too low for their height, and their body is losing
    muscle mass.
     Micronutrient deficiencies: This occurs when a person does not get enough of one or more
    essential vitamins or minerals.
    High biological value

    High biological value refers to proteins that contain all the essential amino acids in proportions
    that closely match human needs, making them more easily absorbed and utilized by the body. Eg
    (milk fish cheese meet shellfish)

    Low biological value refers to proteins that lack one or more essential amino acids or are present
    in proportions that do not meet human requirements, leading to lower absorption and utilization
    by the body. Eg (pulses corn flakes oats beans nuts and seeds)

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