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6 marksMicronutrients, Water, and Food Quality

CSEC Food and Nutrition · May/June 2005 · Paper 2 · Question 4(c)(i)

Calcium and vitamin A are important in the diet of the elderly.

Suggest three ways by which each of calcium and vitamin A may contribute to the good health of the elderly.

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  1. 4(a)State three conditions during which extra water is needed by the body.[3 marks]
  2. 4(b)State three functions of fat in the diet.[3 marks]
  3. 4(c)(ii)Plan a three-course meal for an elderly person that includes foods rich in calcium and vitamin A.[4 marks]

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