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Episode 151: Diet and Nutrition
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Episode 151: Diet and Nutrition

The Science of Everything Podcast

February 1, 20251h 14m

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Show Notes

An introduction to human nutrition, in which we discuss the nutritional importance and role of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, before considering the effects of malnutrition, how it is measured, and its prevalence around the world. We conclude with an analysis of basal metabolic rate, reviewing evidence concerning its variability across persons and factors that affect it. Recommended pre-listening is Episode 18: Biochemistry Basics

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