An Average Teen Diet

Why is it important to have a balanced diet?

Definition of a balanced diet: a diet that contains adequate amounts of all the necessary nutrients required for healthy growth and activity.


 - it builds good habits for later in life
 - it helps maintain/improve health
 - involves consuming appropriate amounts of all nutrients and adequate amount of water
 - needs to have a balance of macronutrients, energy (fats, proteins, and carbohydrates), and micronutrients to fulfill a balanced diet without excessive amounts.
 - prevents diseases like: obesity, hypertension, and high blood pressure


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Healthy_diet
http://worldnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn