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The excess washing of cut fruits and vegetables would lead to the loss of

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Proteins
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Vitamin K
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C
Vitamins B and C
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Vitamin D
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Solution

The correct option is C Vitamins B and C
Vitamins are accessory food factors which are required in small quantity for controlling metabolism and body functioning. Vitamins are of two types- Fat soluble (A, D, E and K) and water soluble (B and C). Excessive washing of cut fruits and vegetables may wash away the water soluble vitamins. Also excessive heating and frying of vegetables may result in destruction of these vitamins.

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