Human Biology, 14 Edition

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Chapter 9 - Section 9.6 - Nutrition and Weight Control - Check Your Progress - Page 192: 3

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A balanced diet is essential for overall homeostasis because it allows normal bodily functions. A balanced diet means that the amount of nutrients required by the body is balanced which results in good health and growth. Also, a balanced diet allows proper digestion of food, thus, contributing to the effective absorption of nutrients and excretion of wastes.
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