Understanding if a positive balance is good in your nutrition diet
                                
                                
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                                While a prolonged, positive energy balance is a leading cause of obesity, a positive nitrogen balance is essential for growth and recovery. So, **is a positive balance good?** The answer is not simple, and depends entirely on which specific substance is being measured and the context of your health goals.