Diet and Nutrition
Students investigate the components of a balanced diet and analyse their own nutritional intake. They explore the health consequences of poor dietary choices.
About This Topic
Students investigate the components of a balanced diet and analyse their own nutritional intake. They explore the health consequences of poor dietary choices.
Key Questions
- What are the essential nutrients required for a healthy body?
- How can we test foods for different nutritional components?
- What are the long-term effects of an unbalanced diet?
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