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Chapter 5, Problem 1TF
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To examine: Whether the statement, “You need to eat small amount of cholesterol daily to meet your needs”, is true or false.

Introduction: A balanced diet is required for a healthy living. It is essential to keep or create a balance in one’s food habits so that the body can meet its daily nutritional requirements without facing any deprivation for a healthier lifestyle.

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Answer to Problem 1TF

Correct answer: The statement is false.

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A balanced or a healthier diet mainly focuses on providing the entire set of nutrients that includes macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates, and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). Cholesterol is a waxy substance made up of fats that act as essential nutrients for cells to function and perform its assigned metabolic activity. But it is not required to take or eat small amount of cholesterol daily because our liver can manufacture it in sufficient amount to meet the daily body requirements.

Hence, the statement is false.

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