Understanding Nutrients

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Understanding Nutrients

Proteins

Proteins are divided into 2 groups: Plant-based and animal-based proteins.

Foods that contain animal-based proteins include: Poultry, eggs, dairy and fish

Foods that contain plant-based proteins include: Lentils, tofu, chickpeas, and foods with nutritional yeast.

Why are proteins important?

Proteins are broken down into amino acids 9/20 of those amino acids have to be consumed through food.

Proteins are responsible for building and repairing body tissue.

Fats

What kind of fats should be consumed more often?

Omega-3 is a good fat, it should be consumed often.

Foods high in omega-3 include fish, seafood, plant oils and walnuts

What kind of fats should be consumed less often?

Fatty meats and dairy should be consumed in small portions, and less often.

What does fat do for your body?

Fat insulates and prevents the body from shock

Fat increases the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (D, E, A, K)

Carbs

Carbs are divided into 2 groups: Simple and complex Complex carbs are the most healthy for a person

Complex carbs are found in: Buckwheat, brown rice, and whole grain products.

Simple carbs are found in: White bread, fruit, and dairy products

Why are carbs important?

Carbs help the nervous system, muscular system and kidneys

Carbs are the body's MAIN source of energy

Minerals

What foods are rich in minerals?

Foods rich in minerals include nuts and seeds, eggs, shellfish, avocados, and organ meats

Why does your body need minerals?

Your body needs minerals to absorb certain vitamins.

Minerals help maintain proper organ, heart, and respiratory system functions

Vitimins

Sources of vitamins

Good sources of vitamin C include citrus fruits, peppers, and strawberries

Vitamin D is generated by your skin, when it comes in contact with the sun

Good sources of vitamin B include broccoli, spinach, and asparagus

What do vitamins do?

Vitamin B helps prevent birth defects and blood diseases

Vitamins need to be consumed to maintain body function.

Some vitamins help you fight off infections, and other help you maintain your basic body health

Water

Sources of water

Foods high in water include, watermelon, cucumber, celery, lettuce, and cantaloupe

However, the main source of water is... Water...

Why is water important?

Water is the MOST IMPORTANT nutrient

Water is required for every single main body function