Terms used in F&N

Question 1

Food

Answer 1

food is any substance which after consumption, digestion and absorption by the body nourishes the body, supplies energy, promotes growth, repairs the worn out tissues and regulates all the body processes.

Question 2

Nutrition

Answer 2

Nutrition is the science that deals with. the study of foods in relation to their effects on the human body.

Question 3

Malnutrition

Answer 3

This means an incorrect or unbalanced intake of nutrients

Question 4

Under-nutrition

Answer 4

This means an insufficient total intake of nutrients

Question 5

Balanced diet

Answer 5

It is a diet that provides the correct amount of nutrients for the needs of an individual

Question 6

Nutrients

Answer 6

Nutrients are chemical substances contained in food that promotes growth, supplies energy and regulate all body processes.

Question 7

Macronutrients

Answer 7

They are needed by the body in large amounts. They include Protein, carbohydrates and fats&oil.

Question 8

Micronutrients

Answer 8

They are needed by the body in smaller amounts. They include vitamins and minerals.