Question

Besides carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, what other components are essential for a balanced diet ?

• A. Only water and vitamins.
• B. Sugar and amino acids only.
• C. Minerals, vegetables, vitamins, roughage, and water.
• D. Processed fuel foods and amino acids.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Minerals, vegetables, vitamins, roughage, and water.

• While carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are "fuel foods," a complete balanced diet also requires minerals, vitamins, vegetables, roughage, and a sufficient amount of water.