NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENT OF SELECTED FOODS AND THEIR HEALTH PERSPECTIVES


Mr. Dulal Parua
Assistant Professor, Annapurna Memorial College of Education, Kashinagar, Kakdwip, North 24 pgs, W.B., India
Abstract
This study examines the nutritional makeup of frequently consumed foods and uses a qualitative approach to determine their potential health effects. It looks for important nutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber—in grains, pulses, milk, fruits, and vegetables using descriptive analysis of primary observations and secondary nutrition data. It then connects these nutrients to energy provision, growth, and preventing disease. Results indicate that while fruits and leafy vegetables provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fibre that support immunity and metabolic health, cereals (such as rice) primarily provide calories, while pulses and milk supply body-building proteins and micronutrients. Comparative tables highlight the significance of dietary diversification by showing that no single item can satisfy every need. The data supports public health recommendations that relate balanced diets to lower risks of non-communicable diseases and malnutrition. The study draws attention to ongoing deficiencies in comprehensive, food-specific evaluations that link nutritional profiles to useful health perspectives. It comes to the conclusion that eating grains, legumes, dairy, fruits, and vegetables on a regular basis promotes balanced nutrition, aids in growth and development, and increases resistance to chronic illness.
Keywords: Nutritional assessment, Balanced diet, Food composition, Health perspectives, Dietary diversification, Nutrient analysis.
Journal Name :
EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)

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Published on : 2026-05-29

Vol : 12
Issue : 5
Month : May
Year : 2026
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