Nutrient Manish Das

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Nutrients
 The food you eat is a source of
nutrients. Nutrients are defined as
the substances found in food that keep your
body functioning.
 Your body needs nutrients to…
 Fuel your energy.
 Help you grow.
 Repair itself.
 Maintain basic bodily functions.

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Balance is Key
These three are the framework of the Food Guide Pyramid:
 Balance - Eat foods from all groups of the Food Guide Pyramid.
 Variety - Eat different foods from each food group.
 Moderation - Eat more foods from the bottom of the pyramid, and
fewer and smaller portions of foods from the top of the pyramid.

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The 6 Essential Nutrients
 Carbohydrates
 Fat
 Protein
 Minerals
 Vitamins
 Water

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Carbohydrates
 Food Sources:
 Pasta, breads, cereals, grains, rice, fruits,
milk, yogurt and sweets.
 Two types of Carbohydrates:
 Starches or Complex Carbohydrates
 Simple Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are the body’s main source of energy
and provide the body’s need for dietary fiber.

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Fat
- The most concentrated form of food energy (calories).
 Food Sources:
 Butter, vegetable oils, salad dressings, nuts and
seeds, dairy products made with whole milk
or cream, and meats.
 Function in the Body:
 Provide substances needed for growth and healthy skin.
 Enhance the taste and texture of food.
 Required to carry “fat-soluble”
vitamins throughout the body.
 Provide energy.

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Proteins
 Food Sources:
 Meat, fish,eggs, poultry, dairy products,
legumes, nuts and seeds. (Breads, cereals and
vegetables also contain small amounts of protein.)
 Provides energy.
 Help to build, maintain, and repair body tissues.
 Proteins are made up of chemical compounds
called amino acids. There are 20 amino acids.

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Minerals
 Food Sources:
 Meats, beans, nuts, fruits, vegetables, dairy
products, and grains.
 Functions in the Body:
 The body depends on minerals for practically
every process necessary for life.
 Minerals actually become part of the body.
 The body requires 16 minerals daily.

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Vitamins
 Food Sources:
 Fruits, vegetables, milk, whole-grain breads,
cereals and legumes.
 Unlike carbohydrates, fats, and proteins,
vitamins DO NOT provide energy (calories).
 Help regulate the many chemical processes in the body.
 There are 13 different vitamins known to be required
each day for good health.
 Vitamins are separated into two types: Fat Soluble &
Water Soluble Vitamins.

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Water
 Did you know?
 1/2 to 3/4 of the human body consists of water!
 Functions in the Body:
 Water carries nutrients to your cells and carries waste
from your body.
 Regulates body temperature.
 Dissolves vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other
nutrients.
 Lubricates joints.
It is recommended that teens drink 6-8 glasses (8 fl.oz each) of water each day.
This is in addition to around 4 cups of water you get from food each day.

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Fiber
 Fiber is the plant material that doesn’t
break down when you digest food. Many,
but not all, complex carbohydrates contain fiber.
 Food Sources:
 Oatmeal, fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes.
 Aids in digestion.
 May reduce the risk of developing some diseases like
heart disease, diabetes and obesity, and certain types
of cancer.
 Helps promote regularity.

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Nutrient Deficiency
 A nutritional deficiency occurs when your
body doesn’t get enough nutrients.
 Symptoms:
 At first the symptoms may not seem serious. They may
include: tiredness, difficulty sleeping or concentrating,
frequent colds, and weight loss or gains.
 However, if the deficiency is not corrected the
symptoms may get more serious and effect the skin,
eyes, and bones.
 The best way to avoid a nutrient deficiency is
to eat a well balanced diet.

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