Introduction  
  What is food?  
  What happens to the food we eat?  
Our nutrient needs  
  Energy balance
  Nutritional status  
  Laws & labels  
  Additives & colours  
  Toxicity in food  
  Processing food  
  Stability of food nutrients  
  Storage life of foods  
  Food- associated health problems  

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ENERGY BALANCE AND BODY FUNCTION

The relative amount of energy used to perform body functions varies with individuals, depending on how efficiently each function is handled.

The famous 'food abd drink' sequence from L'Elisir d'AmoreLady Macbeth handling functions efficiently !


Food Facts
- Energy balance
Figures:
11. Recommended daily energy intake varies with age and weight
12: Energy used in different physical activities
13. Energy balance and body function
14: Desirable weights for men and women (indoor clothing)
15: Energy density
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