Summary of Basic Nutrients
- Created by: Rococo
- Created on: 17-10-13 06:51
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- Nutrients
- Protein
- essential to life, as all living cells are built from protein molecules
- used by the body for the repair of cells in body tissues
- used by the body for growth of new cells
- Carbohydrates
- supply energy for all activities
- supply energy to maintain the normal body temperature
- supply indigestible fibrous materials to aid digestion
- are important in the structure of cells
- Fats
- concentrated source of energy
- essential to structure and function of body cells
- stored under the skin where it acts as an insulator
- digested very slowly, therefore prevents hunger sensations for longer than other nutrients
- Vitamins
- affect the ageing process and help prevent disease
- regulate the building and repair of body cells
- Minerals
- enter the body fluids and cells, and are needed in definite amounts in definite places
- used by the body to maintain health
- Protein
- used by the body for growth of new cells
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