nut basics

protein recommendations

10-35%

fat recommended

20-35%

carb recommendations

45-65%

macronutrients

carbohydrates, fats, proteins

Six classes of nutrients

carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, water

essential nutrients

must be obtained from the diet

Micronutrients

necessary for normal body function

macronutrients

the absorbable components of food, from which energy is derived

three major functions of nutrients

the growth, repair, and Maintenance of tissues the regulation of body processes in the production of energy

Micronutrients

vitamins, minerals, water