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 Environment  Environment is defined as the social, cultural and physical condition that surround, affect and infulence the survival, growth and development of people, animal or plants. Environment includes everything around us. It encompasses both the living (biotic) and non-living (abotic) components of Earth. It consists of four segments: atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere.  Ecosystem    The term "ecosystem" was first coined by British ecologist Tansley. " An ecosystem is defined as a         natural unit that consists of living and non-living components which interact to form a stable system". Components of Ecosystem   The components of an ecosystem are grouped as abiotic (non-living) and biotic (living). The abiotic factors include air, water, siol, tempreaure, chemical products etc. Biotic factors includes plants, animals and micro-organisms. This living component can be further divided into: Producers make the...

 Indian National Congress The Indian National Congress, colloquially the Congress Party but often simply Congress, is a political party in India with widespread roots. Founded in 1885, it was the first modern nationalist movement to emerge in the British Empire in Asia and Africa. From the late 19th century, and especially after 1920, under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi, Congress became the principal leader of the Indian independence movement. Congress led India to independence from the United Kingdom, and powerfully influenced other anti-colonial nationalist movements in the British Empire. Due to its enduring history, the Congress is often called the "grand old party The phase began with the establishment of the Indian national Congress in 1885 at Bombay (Gokuldas Tejpal Sanskrit College) chaired by WC Banerjee and attended by 72 delegates. The first time muslim President of INC was Badruddin Tyabji (Madras Session 1887), Frist Woman President of INC was Sarojani Naidu (Kanpu...

  What are Fats? According to the nutrition facts, the fats are defined as the  most essential part of the diet and it plays an important role in maintaining the healthy life. Fats and cholesterol tend to be the most focused terms of the public and health enthusiasts. There is a valid reason behind this. Fat happens to be the most concentrated source of energy in the diet that provides about 8 to 9 calories per gram while on other hand carbohydrates and proteins have only four calories per gram. Fat is known to have three elements which include carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. But, it has more amounts of carbon and hydrogen compared to oxygen, hence leading to nine calories per gram. Fats are the source of energy in food, belong to a group of elements called lipids and they are all combinations of saturated and unsaturated fats. The human body well designed which makes up two types of fats, essential for the proper functioning of the body and are obtained from the food consumed. ...

  Importance of Carbohydrates- Definition, and Classification Importance of Carbohydrates:  Fibers, starches, and sugars are essential components of our food and have their importance in our diet. These food components are a significant source of carbohydrates or ‘Carbs’ that turn into glucose that gives energy to our body. Carbohydrate is a biomolecule made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms- the essential macronutrients in our body. Carbohydrates are also known as ‘saccharides’ in biochemistry means ‘sugar’.Based on their structures, carbohydrates are divided into monosaccharides, disaccharides, oligosaccharides, and polysaccharides. We get an ample amount of carbohydrates from our diets, such as starch in cereals, bread, potatoes, sugars, lactose from milk, glucose, and fructose from honey, fruits, and vegetables. What are Carbohydrates? Carbohydrates are biomolecules made up of three elements; carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. The general empirical formula of carbohydrat...

  Why Is Protein Important? Are you getting enough protein in your diet? It’s common to watch your calories, sugar and salt intake, but it’s equally as important to make sure that you’re getting enough protein to stay healthy. Protein plays an important role in the creation and maintenance of every cell in your body. Protein is a  necessary component of any diet  because it fuels your cells so you have the energy you need to stay active. Here are some other important facts about protein: Essential macronutrient, which means you need an adequate amount of protein in your diet to stay healthy Needed to maintain muscle mass Helps with keeping blood sugars stable Maintains hunger Responsible for growth, repair and maintenance of cells – amino acids are the building blocks of protein – they play a major role in hair growth Not getting enough protein in your diet can result in your body utilizing muscle for energy Builds muscle, cartilage and skin. Protein in diet Proteins are ...

  What is a Balanced Diet? A diet that contains all the essential nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, fats, minerals, and water in correct proportion is called a  Balanced Diet . Following are some of the important points about a balanced diet: 1. A balanced diet is important for the normal growth and development of our body. 2.  A balanced diet can be achieved by eating a variety of food items since there is no single food item with the correct amount of all the essential nutrients. 3. The quantity of nutrients in a balanced diet always differs with age, sex, and physical activities taken by an individual. Hence, eating a balanced diet requires a certain amount of knowledge and planning. 4. The basic composition of a balanced diet is highly variable as it changes from country to country depending upon the availability of food items. 5. The nutrition group of ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) has recommended the composition of a balanced diet for Ind...

What Are Micronutrients? Vitamins  and  minerals  are the two types of micronutrients. While only needed in small amounts, they play important roles in human development and well-being, including the regulation of metabolism, heartbeat, cellular pH, and bone density. Lack of micronutrients can lead to stunted growth in children and increased risk for various diseases in adulthood. Without proper consumption of micronutrients, humans can suffer from diseases such as rickets (lack of vitamin D), scurvy (lack of vitamin C), and osteoporosis (lack of calcium).   Types of Micronutrients Vitamins are available in two forms: water-soluble and fat-soluble.  Water-soluble vitamins  are easily lost through bodily fluids and must be replaced each day. Water-soluble vitamins include the B-complex vitamins and vitamin C. Vitamins B6 and B12 are two of the most well-known B-complex vitamins. Since they are not lost as easily as their water-soluble counterparts,  fat...