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nutrition  

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  • Nutrition is the science and/or practice of consuming and using foods. A well-balanced diet consisting of a variety of foods provides essential nutrients including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and many other dietary components such as fibers and phytochemicals to support proper growth and maintain functional health. [Source: The SAGE Encyclopedia of World Poverty; Nutrition]

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