FOOD AND THE NUTRIENTS THEY CONTAIN A BRIEF

FOOD AND THE NUTRIENTS THEY CONTAIN

A BRIEF DEFINITION OF FOOD � Food can be defined as any nutritious substance that people or animals eat or drink or that plants absorb in order to maintain life and growth. � But per now we are specifically looking at people and the food they consume. � We shall be exploring the nutrients contained in different food stuffs that people consume daily. A NUTRITIONIST ON GOOD FEEDING IN CHILDREN

CATEGORIES OF FOOD � ENERGY � BODY GIVING FOOD BUILDING FOOD � VITAMIN � FATS � MINERALS

ENERGY GIVING FOOD � Food � One rich in carbohydrate are energy giving. of the primary functions of carbohydrates is to provide your body with energy. � Most of the carbohydrates in the foods you eat are digested and broken down into glucose before entering the bloodstream.

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BODY BUILDING FOOD � Proteins are often called the body’s building blocks. � They are used to build and repair tissues. � They help you fight infection. Your body uses extra protein for energy. � Protein from plant sources tends to be lower in fat and cholesterol and provides fiber and other health-promoting nutrients.

FOOD ITEMS RICH IN PROTEINS

VITAMIN � Vitamin C’s antioxidant properties lower the formation of free radicals and minimize its effect on the body. � Men and women who take a large amount of Vitamin C have strong, healthy and thick hair. � Low intake of Vitamin C can be the cause for a number of hair related problems that severely affect hair growth. � Vitamin also boosts the immunity of the body to fight against diseases.

FOOD ITEMS RICH IN VITAMIN

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FATS Ø Fats also give you energy and help you feel satisfied after eating. Ø Oils, shortening, butter, and margarine are types of fats, and mayonnaise, salad dressings, table cream, and sour cream are high in fat. Ø Foods from animal sources and certain foods like seeds, nuts, avocado, and coconut also contain fat.

MINERALS � Certain vital minerals are essential for our bodies to function properly. � These minerals can help in maintaining fluid balance, building bones, muscle movement and secreting hormones. � Minerals include Calcium, Phosphorus , Iron , Zinc , Manganese, Cobalt Potassium, Copper , Sodium , Iodine.

FOOD ITEMS RICH IN MINERALS Peas Sweet Potatoes mushrooms bananas almond eggs cheese lentils

CONT`D Legumes such as beans

A VIDEO SHOWING THE FOOD YOU MUST EAT DAILY

A VIDEO SHOWING BODY SIGNS TO SHOW THAT YOUR NOT EATING GOOD NUTRIENTS

CONCLUSION �Every food item has got the role it plays in the proper function of the human body. �It is therefore advisable to eat a meal that contains such food nutrients daily.