Edkp 292 lecture 12 qa - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is nutrition? - Answer-The study of nutrients and other biologically active compounds in foods and in the body; sometimes also the study of human behaviours related to food. What are nutrients? - Answer-Components of food that are indispensable to the body's functioning. They provide energy, serve as building material, help maintain or repair body parts, and support growth. What is a diet? - Answer-Foods (and beverages) a person usually eats and drinks. What is malnutrition? - Ans...