EBIN VARGHESE

A balanced diet is one that includes a variety of foods in the right amounts and ratios to meet the body's needs for calories, proteins, minerals, vitamins, and other nutrients. A small portion of the diet is also set aside for extra nutrients to last through the brief period of leanness. A healthy diet should also contain bioactive phytochemical, such as dietary fiber, antioxidants, and nutraceuticals, which have beneficial effects on health. 60-70% of total calories in a balanced diet should come from carbs, 10-12% from proteins, and 20-25% from fat.