Six nutrient
protein
a nutrient that is needed for growth, to build repair, and maintain body tissue to regulate body processes, and supply energy is a protein.
food source: meat, fish, poultry, milk and yogurt and eggs
Complete protein: A proteins that contains all of the essential amino acids is a complete protein.
fats
A nutrient that provides energy and helps the body store and use some vitamins is a fat.
saturated fats: fats found in dairy products, meats and poultry are saturated fats.
food source: dairy products, meat, and poultry
Food source: sunflower, corn, olive, and canola oils.
unsaturated fats: fats from plant products and fish are unsaturated fats. Unsaturated fats are usually liquid at room temperature.
food source: margarine, trans-fatty acids, vegetable oil
trans-fatty acids: when oils are processed into solids fats,
carbohydrates
A nutrient that is the main source of energy for the body is a
carbohydrate.
food source: sugar, starches, and fiber
simple carbohydrates: Sugar that enter the bloodstream and
provide quick energy are simple carbohydrates.
Subtopic
minerals
A nutrient that regulates many chemical re
mag
water
