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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
Carbohydrates (glucose, sucrose and cellulose) Carbohydrates (also called saccharides) are molecular compounds made from just three Elements: carbon, hydrogen and Oxygen. Monosaccharides (e.g. glucose) and disaccharides (e.g. sucrose) are relatively small Molecules. They are often called sugars. Other carbohydrate molecules are very large (polysaccharides such as starch and cellulose). Carbohydrates are: a Source Of Energy for the … Read more