Six Essential Nutrients

protein

build and repair body tissue and muscle; fish poultry, meat, eggs, dairy, beans

carbohydrates

primary source of energy for the body

water

process water soluble vitamins, hydrates, regulates body temperature; watermelon, water, fruits and vegetables

fiber

A tough complex carbohydrate that the body cannot digest; whole grains, fruits, vegetables

nutrient dense foods

a food with high amounts of nuitrients and low in calories; should be eaten often and the basis for your diet

nutrients

a substance that providers nourishment essential for growth and the maintainence of life

empty calorie foods

food high in calories and low in nutrients; should be eaten only occasionally

fats

insulate your body, cushion your organs from shock, transport fat soluable vitamins ADEK, gives favor

complex carbohydrates

long lasting energy; whole grains, beans, legumes, fruit, vegetable

vitamins

maintain proper body functions for cell, nerve, skin, tissue health; enables growth and development ; fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy products

minerals

maintain proper body functions like organ functions, breathing, heart function, and growth; meat grains dairy products, fruits and vegetables

essential nutrients

substances that we can only get from food, our body cannot product them on our own

simple carbohydrates are

sugars with quick short lasting energy; candy, syrups, fruit juices