Why is it useful to keep both energy and fibre balanced in food?
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Correct answer: Energy fuels the body and fibre helps digestion
Energy-yielding nutrients, mainly carbohydrates and fats and also protein, provide fuel for metabolism, movement, growth and repair. Dietary fibre is not a digestive enzyme and generally does not supply usable energy in the usual school-level classification. It adds bulk, supports bowel movement, helps prevent constipation and may improve blood-glucose and cholesterol control. Thus, option A correctly states their complementary roles.
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Energy fuels the body and fibre helps digestion
Why is this the correct answer?
Energy-yielding nutrients, mainly carbohydrates and fats and also protein, provide fuel for metabolism, movement, growth and repair. Dietary fibre is not a digestive enzyme and generally does not supply usable energy in the usual school-level classification. It adds bulk, supports bowel movement, helps prevent constipation and may improve blood-glucose and cholesterol control. Thus, option A correctly states their complementary roles.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness. Topic: Balanced diet and Recommended Dietary Allowances.
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