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What is balanced-diet, Examples, Classifications, Effects, Deficiencies: A Help for CSS GSA Exam

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Balanced-diet By Engr. Meerub Khalil  Definition: A balanced-diet is a diet which contains the right amount or right quantity of essential nutrients; nutrients make the human body healthy.  Example: Following are the examples of five nutrients that are required in a balanced diet.  Carbohydrates Proteins Fats  Minerals  Vitamins Discussing each nutrient in detail one by one. Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are essential for human body due to several reasons. Carbohydrates are the main source of energy, proper brain function, helps in improving athletic performance of athletes, and dietary fibers.  Sources:  Wheat, milk, sweet fruits, oats, barley, pulses. Carbohydrates Carbohydrates Classification Carbohydrates can be classified into four main categories based on their chemical structure: monosaccharides, disaccharides, oligosaccharides, and polysaccharides. Let's explore each class in detail, along with examples: (a) Monosaccharides Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrat