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Task
Invite a doctor to the school. Students may be encouraged to interact with the doctor on the issues of malnutrition, under-nutrition, and over-nutrition.
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Sample Answer
| Condition | What it means | What to ask the doctor |
|---|---|---|
| Malnutrition | The diet does not give the body what it needs | How do I know if my diet is balanced? |
| Under-nutrition | Too little food, or too few nutrients | What are the signs of a missing vitamin or mineral? |
| Over-nutrition | Too much food, especially fatty and sugary food | How does this lead to obesity and diabetes? |
- Malnutrition means a poor balance of nutrients in the diet.
- Under-nutrition is not getting enough food or nutrients.
- Over-nutrition is eating too much, which can cause obesity.
- Ask the doctor how a balanced diet prevents all three.
