Why can a very low-fat diet for a long time without advice cause problems?
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Correct answer: It may affect intake of fat-soluble vitamins
Dietary fat is not only an energy source; it helps absorb the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K and contributes essential fatty acids, flavour, and satiety. An unsupervised, very low-fat diet may therefore reduce absorption of these nutrients or make the diet nutritionally inadequate. Therapeutic fat restriction should be specific to the condition and balanced with suitable food sources under professional guidance.
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It may affect intake of fat-soluble vitamins
Why is this the correct answer?
Dietary fat is not only an energy source; it helps absorb the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K and contributes essential fatty acids, flavour, and satiety. An unsupervised, very low-fat diet may therefore reduce absorption of these nutrients or make the diet nutritionally inadequate. Therapeutic fat restriction should be specific to the condition and balanced with suitable food sources under professional guidance.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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