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Macronutrient percentages

Pie chart of percentage macronutrients in a well balanced diet

Pie chart showing percentage amounts of macronutrients in a well balanced diet.

Rights: The University of Waikato Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato

Published: 18 March 2011,Updated: 18 March 2011Size: 16.4 KB

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