Laying the Foundation for Better Health
Chapter 1 The Basics of Nutrition
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)