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VITAMINS Vitamins are organic compounds which are needed in small quantities to sustain life. We need to take vitamins from food because the human body either does not produce enough of them or none at all. There are two types of vitamins: Fat-soluble vitamins: Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the fatty Tissues of the body … Read more
Nutrition Nutrition, nourishment, or aliment, is the supply of materials – food – required by organisms and cells to stay alive. In science and human medicine, nutrition is the science or practice of consuming and utilizing foods. Nutrients are the substances that form foods. These may include the following: Carbohydrates They provide us with energy … Read more
Food and Human Health : General Awareness of Balanced and Unbalanced Food Food has been a basic part of our existence. By knowing the food composition , the nutritional content of food is known. Intake of food ensures Growth in children and youth, maintains good health throughout life, meets special needs of pregnancy … Read more
Trends in Food production and consumption in India Production trends agriculture, with its allied sectors, is the largest source of livelihoods in India. 70 percent of its rural households still depend primarily on agriculture for their livelihood, with 82 percent of farmers being small and marginal. In 2017-18, total food grain production was estimated at … Read more
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Nutrition in organisms Food is the basic necessity of man. It is a mixture of different nutrients such as carbohydrate, protein, fat, VITAMINS and Minerals. These nutrients are essential for Growth, development and maintenance of good Health throughout life. They also play a vital role in meeting the special needs of pregnant and lactating Women … Read more
The Unhealthy Truth: A Deep Dive into Trans Fats Trans fats, once a ubiquitous ingredient in processed foods, have become a dietary villain in recent years. Their negative impact on cardiovascular health has been well-documented, leading to widespread bans and regulations. This article delves into the world of trans fats, exploring their origins, health implications, … Read more
The Protein Revolution: Redefining Nutrition for a Changing World The world is undergoing a protein revolution. This isn’t just about a growing preference for protein-rich diets; it’s a fundamental shift in how we understand and consume protein, driven by a confluence of factors: A burgeoning global population: With an estimated 9.7 billion people on Earth … Read more
The Two Faces of Power: Unicameral vs. Bicameral Legislatures The legislative branch of government, responsible for crafting and enacting laws, takes on diverse forms across the globe. One fundamental distinction lies in the structure of the legislature itself: unicameral or bicameral. This seemingly simple difference in structure has profound implications for the balance of power, … Read more