FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD WASTE REDUCTION AND SUSTAINABILITY

SUSTAINABLE FOOD PRODUCTION AND PROCESSING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which person is suffering from malnutrition?
A
gets 700 calories daily due to lack of food available
B
consumes 2000 calories daily
C
gets 2500 calories daily, but eats only candy
D
gets 2500 calories daily from a well balanced diet
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A 2500 calorie diet is enough for the body to perform at optimal levels. Moderately active men aged between 25 – 40 years, often opt for this diet to maintain a healthy body weight.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is possible to eat 4, 000 or 5, 000-or even 10, 000 calories-a day and still be malnourished! While the average American diet is filled with fat and calories, it can often lack the essential vitamins and nutrients that your body needs to function healthfully.

Detailed explanation-3: -For example, according to United States Dietary Guidelines, adult females aged 19–50 years who are moderately active need around 2, 000–2, 200 calories per day. Meanwhile, moderately active adult males aged 19–50 years require around 2, 400–2, 800 calories per day.

Detailed explanation-4: -Even people who have plenty to eat may be malnourished if they don’t eat foods that provide the right nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Some diseases and conditions prevent people from digesting or absorbing their food properly.

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