# Episode 151: Diet and Nutrition

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Podcast: [The Science of Everything Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-science-of-everything-podcast-533303)
Published: 2025-02-01T23:55:32+00:00
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Duration seconds: 4485

## Resource

An introduction to human nutrition, in which we discuss the nutritional importance and role of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, before considering the effects of malnutrition, how it is measured, and its prevalence around the world. We conclude with an analysis of basal metabolic rate, reviewing evidence concerning its variability across persons and factors that affect it. Recommended pre-listening is Episode 18: Biochemistry Basics If you enjoyed the podcast please consider supporting the show by making a PayPal donation or becoming a Patreon supporter. https://www.patreon.com/jamesfodor https://www.paypal.me/ScienceofEverything

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