Physical Education GCSE
The seven components of a balanced diet
What The seven components of a balanced diet means in Physical Education GCSE, as defined for OCR.
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A balanced diet supplies all seven named components in suitable proportions: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals, vitamins, fibre, and water with hydration.
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