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Explain the concept of a balanced diet.

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Cambridge IGCSE Combined ScienceHuman nutritionCore content

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Explain the concept of a balanced diet

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You need to be able to explain the concept of a balanced diet.
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Components of a Balanced Diet

A balanced diet includes carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals in appropriate proportions.

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Explain the importance of including all food groups in a balanced diet.
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Identify the main dietary sources and explain the significance of: (a) carbohydrates (b) fats and oils (c) proteins (d) vitamins, specifically C and D (e) mineral ions, specifically calcium and iron (f) fibre (roughage) (g) water.
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