1. Nutrition Essential Nutrients

2. Nutrients Proteins Carbohydrates Fats Vitamins Minerals Water
Nutrients are the essential substances that we get from our food. They are what the body needs to perform its daily functions properly.
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Fats
Vitamins
Minerals
Water

3. Proteins Assist in growth Repair body cells Found in animal products
Proteins are made of amino acids

4. Carbohydrates (Carbs)
2 types – simple (sugars) and complex (starches)
Provide the main source of energy for the human body
Found in breads, cereals, rice and potatoes

5. Fats Saturated Fats Unsaturated Fats Come from fish and plant products
Healthier of the fats
Come from dairy products, solid vegetable fat, meat and poultry
Hardens at room temperature
“bad” fats

6. Vitamins Needed daily 13 different vitamins
Control chemical processes in the body

7. Minerals Needed for growth and maintenance
Involved in many of the body’s activities
Iron, calcium and potassium are all minerals

8. Water Regulates body temperature Helps eliminate waste
Necessary for cells and organs to function normally
At least 8 glasses per day