Chapter 5: What causes disease?

Disease is often spread by bad habits and by not following healthy living practices.

Some people catch disease because they are careless and ignorant. Many habits cause poor health.

Just as motor cars cannot run without petrol, our bodies cannot go without food or water. If a person does not eat properly, then he or she is more likely to become sick and die.

Our food should be chosen not only to satisfy hunger and allow us to work for a living, but also to build healthy bodies and help us to study hard.

If a growing child lacks protein, they will be stunted in their development. Kwashiorkor is a disease that comes with lack of protein and it affects mental health and other body functions. A protein-rich diet is essential for healthy growing bodies.

Get to know how your body works and how it reacts to nature and to the foods you eat. Avoid the risk of disease from malnutrition.

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