Nutrition & Health
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Biology Decoder: The Fuel of Life
Phase 1: The Foundation (What is Nutrition?)
Nutrients are the raw materials your body needs for energy, growth, and repair. A "Balanced Diet" contains all these in correct amounts.
Phase 2: The Core Logic (Nutrients & Vitamins)
1. The Energy Players
- Carbohydrates: Quick energy. (Rice, Potato, Sugar).
- Fats: Stored energy. Protects organs. (Butter, Oil).
- Proteins: Bodybuilding. Muscle repair. (Pulses, Eggs).
2. The Vitamin Table (Micronutrients)
| Vitamin | Chemical Name | Deficiency Disease | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vit A | Retinol | Night Blindness | Carrot, Papaya |
| Vit B1 | Thiamine | Beri-Beri | Rice bran |
| Vit C | Ascorbic Acid | Scurvy | Lemon, Amla |
| Vit D | Calciferol | Rickets | Sunlight, Milk |
| Vit K | Phylloquinone | Clotting failure | Green veggies |
Phase 3: The Exam Edge (Minerals & Water)
1. Essential Minerals
- Iron (Fe): Makes Hemoglobin. Deficiency Anemia.
- Iodine (I): Maintains Thyroid health. Deficiency Goitre.
- Calcium (Ca): Strong bones and teeth.
2. Modern Health Threats
- Diabetes: Pancreas fails to make enough Insulin.
- Kwashiorkor: Severe Protein deficiency in children.
- Marasmus: Overall energy (Calorie) deficiency.
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Vit C Fact: Vitamin C is very sensitive to heat. It gets destroyed if food is overcooked.
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