Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
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What is disease?
Answer: Disease is an illness, sickness, disorder, or abnormal condition of any body organ, structure, or system.
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What causes diseases?
Answer: Diseases can be caused by: nutritional deficiency, poisons, parasites, bacterial infection, viruses, or genetic anomalies.
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What is food?
Answer: Food is any nourishing substance of plant or animal origin that is eaten.
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What is the purpose of food?
Answer: Food supplies nourishment, sustains life, provides energy, promotes growth, and maintains health.
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What is a nutrient?
Answer: Some examples of nutrients include: carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals.
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What is gastroenteritis?
Answer: Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach or small intestine.
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