Question

g Describe the relationship between nutrition and health, and include overnutrition, undernutrition, and malnutrition in your discussion.

Answer 1

(nutrition and health)

(ans) Nutrition is one of the most important contributors to human health. In addition to managing weight, blood pressure and cholesterol, a healthy diet can help prevent and manage of a number of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some .

(overnutrition and undernutrition)

(ans)Undernutrition is characterized by a lack of nutrients and insufficient energy supply,. whereas overnutrition is characterized by excessive nutrient and energy intake. Overnutrition can result in obesity, a growing global health threat.