HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

NUTRITION ENERGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not an essential nutrient?
A
water
B
vegetables
C
protein
D
fat
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The non-essential nutrients include nutrients that can be manufactured by the body. They include biotin, cholesterol, vitamin K, and vitamin D. Biotin is manufactured by gastrointestinal bacteria while cholesterol is made by the liver.

Detailed explanation-2: -Vegetables are important sources of many nutrients, including potassium, dietary fiber, folate, vitamin A, and vitamin C.

Detailed explanation-3: -Except for dietary fiber, dietary carbohydrates are considered nonessential. Every other major class of nutrients contains multiple essential compounds. There are nine essential amino acids, at least two essential fatty acids, and many essential vitamins and minerals. Water and fiber are also essential nutrients.

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