What are the essential elements and main sources of balanced food? – InterviewSolution

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What are the essential elements and main sources of balanced food?

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Food groups according to function	Major nutrients	Sources
1. Energy giving compounds	1. Carbohydrates and fats	1. Cereals-wheat, rice barley, etc. 2. Starch like potato, corn, etc. 3. Sugars. 4. Fat-ghee and oil.
2. Bodybuilding compounds	2. Protein	1. Milk 2. Meat-fish, chicken, mutton, egg white. Pulses (vegetable protein)
3. Protective compounds	3. Vitamins and minerals	1. Vegetables (green leafy) Fruits.

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