Question 1

what is the nutritional difference between eating egg whites and whole eggs?

Accepted Answer

Calories: The white has the protein, the yellow as the healthy omega three fats and cholesterol and thus more of the calories of the egg. Both are needed for a healthy diet. The body shuts off from making an unhealthy cholesterol in the liver, when it derives cholesterol from a natural healthy source as eggs.

Question 2

wholemeal bread replaced white bread in nutritional value. now wholegrain bread has taken over.  is there a lot of difference between the last two?

Accepted Answer

Wholemeal is the: term used in the UK for wholegrain; it's the same thing.  To maximize your nutritional intake you might consider choosing multi-grain bread.  The less processed and the wider the spectrum of color and nutrition the better.  Peace and good health.

Question 3

what is the nutritional difference between proteins, lipids and carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

Fats more calories: Fats are more energy dense- they have 9 calories per gram compared to 4 calories per gram in carbohydrates and proteins.

Question 4

hi ... i just discovered i am deficient in chromium and selenium ... my research has led me to trying brewer's yeast as a nutritional supplement ... i'm struggling understanding the difference between brewer's yeast and nutritional yeast ... i believe the

Accepted Answer

Don't struggle.: You should talk with your doctor to see if they believe you are deficient in chromium and zinc.

Question 5

malnutrition? doc said that i was lacking nutrition and pointed out the lines i have in my nails. what should i eat to get my necessary nutrients?

Accepted Answer

Specifics?: Are there particular vitamins or minerals that are missing from your diet? If yes - consider working with a nutritionist to develop a diet that will address those deficiencies.

Question 6

how much percentage height growth is determine by genetics, family history. if a child is not malnutrition and take normal nutrition is ok for growth?

Accepted Answer

Not really known: Life cannot be calculated in percentages, so it is not known exactly how much of a person's height is determined by genetics. We presume most of his height is genetically determined, if he had a normal childhood with adequate nutrition.

Question 7

what are the nutritional differences between beechnut and gerber cereal?

Accepted Answer

Best to read: the nutrition labels for each food to know.

Question 8

are there significant differences in the nutritional needs of men and women?

Accepted Answer

Yes: For the most part, all humans have the same basic nutritional needs. One significant difference is the fact that women tend to lose some iron each month with their menses. Women also at higher risk of osteoporosis and can benefit from extra calcium. Other than the need to pay attention to those potential deficits, the needs are about the same. I hope that helps.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: poor nutrition?

Accepted Answer

Poor nutrition: Poor nutrition or  malnutrition occurs  when the body has insufficient intake, too much intake that is not healthy or when the diet  is poorly balanced . Malnutrition can be the result of  poor diet or medical conditions.

Question 10

what are the health effects of poor nutrition in children?

Accepted Answer

There are many: adverse health effects of poor nutrition in children, such as poor growth, obesity, poor weight gain, more frequent infections, poor brain development, poor bone health, decreased ability to focus in school, decreased energy and therefore decreased ability to exercise enough/properly, among others.

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