BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

VITAMINS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Fruits & Veggies are called ____, because they are low in calories but high in nutrients
A
Whole Foods
B
Empty Calories
C
Extra Healthy
D
Nutrient Dense
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The keys to energy density and weight loss Water. Fruits and vegetables generally have high water and fiber content, which provide volume and weight but not calories. That’s why they’re low-energy-dense foods. Grapefruit, for example, is about 90% water. Half a grapefruit has just 64 calories.

Detailed explanation-2: -Foods that are energy-dense contain a higher number of calories per serving, while foods that are nutrient-dense contain a higher level of vitamins, minerals, and other important nutrients with little or no added sugars or fats that raise calories.

Detailed explanation-3: -By comparing the 10 most commonly consumed vegetables versus fruits, we found that vegetables scored higher on the Aggregate Nutrient Density Index and contained fewer calories and more fiber than fruits.

Detailed explanation-4: -Examples of nutrient-dense foods include fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat or fat-free milk products, seafood, lean meats, eggs, peas, beans, and nuts.

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