NUT3705
ASSIGNMENT 4 SEMESTER 1 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 30 MAY 2025
, FINAL PORTFOLIO
Topic: Nutrition in Adolescents: The Role of Healthy Eating in Academic Performance
Student Name:
Course Name/Code:
Date of Presentation:
Venue:
Target Audience: Grade 10–12 learners at [Insert school name]
SECTION A: IMPROVED LITERATURE REVIEW AND PRESENTATION TEXT
A.1 IMPROVED LITERATURE REVIEW
Introduction
Adolescents experience rapid growth and development, making nutrition a critical factor
during this life stage. Nutrition not only supports physical development but also has
profound effects on cognitive abilities, school performance, and behavior. In South
Africa, poor dietary choices and food insecurity impact learners’ academic
achievements significantly.
Discussion
The Role of Macronutrients and Micronutrients
Carbohydrates fuel the brain; proteins support neurotransmitter function, and fats aid
memory and concentration. Micronutrients like iron, iodine, and vitamin B12 play a
crucial role in energy metabolism and mental alertness. In South Africa, iron deficiency
anemia remains a common cause of poor concentration and fatigue among teens.
Nutrition and Academic Performance
Multiple studies, including a 2020 report by the South African Journal of Clinical
Nutrition, show that learners consuming balanced breakfasts perform better on memory
ASSIGNMENT 4 SEMESTER 1 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 30 MAY 2025
, FINAL PORTFOLIO
Topic: Nutrition in Adolescents: The Role of Healthy Eating in Academic Performance
Student Name:
Course Name/Code:
Date of Presentation:
Venue:
Target Audience: Grade 10–12 learners at [Insert school name]
SECTION A: IMPROVED LITERATURE REVIEW AND PRESENTATION TEXT
A.1 IMPROVED LITERATURE REVIEW
Introduction
Adolescents experience rapid growth and development, making nutrition a critical factor
during this life stage. Nutrition not only supports physical development but also has
profound effects on cognitive abilities, school performance, and behavior. In South
Africa, poor dietary choices and food insecurity impact learners’ academic
achievements significantly.
Discussion
The Role of Macronutrients and Micronutrients
Carbohydrates fuel the brain; proteins support neurotransmitter function, and fats aid
memory and concentration. Micronutrients like iron, iodine, and vitamin B12 play a
crucial role in energy metabolism and mental alertness. In South Africa, iron deficiency
anemia remains a common cause of poor concentration and fatigue among teens.
Nutrition and Academic Performance
Multiple studies, including a 2020 report by the South African Journal of Clinical
Nutrition, show that learners consuming balanced breakfasts perform better on memory
