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Balanced diet

Alternative names:

well-balanced diet

Definition:

Intake of appropriate types and adequate amounts of foods and drinks to supply nutrition and energy for maintenance of body cells, tissues, and organs, and to support normal growth and development.

Functions:

A well-balanced diet acts to provide sources of energy and nutrition for optimal growth and development.


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