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Laying the Foundation for Better Health

Chapter 1 The Basics of Nutrition

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Metrics <strong>for</strong> Nutrition<br />

Metric Basics (approximations)<br />

1 inch = 2.5 cm<br />

1 ounce = 28 g<br />

1 pound = 454 g<br />

2.2 pounds = 1 kg<br />

Do <strong>the</strong> Math<br />

<br />

If you are 5’5” (65”)<br />

(65 x 2.5 = 162.5 cm)<br />

If you weigh 130 lbs<br />

(130 ÷ 2.2 = approx. 59<br />

kg)

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