what is in Food
Food contains various nutrients and components that provide energy support growth and maintain overall health.
Macronutrients
1. Carbohydrates, e.g grains fruits vegetables
2. Proteins,e.g meat fish eggs legumes
3. Fats,e.g oils nuts seeds
Micronutrients:
1. Vitamins: Essential for various bodily functions
e.g. vitamin C vitamin D
2. Minerals, Support growth maintenance and function, e.g calcium iron
Macronutrients
1. Carbohydrates, e.g grains fruits vegetables
2. Proteins,e.g meat fish eggs legumes
3. Fats,e.g oils nuts seeds
Micronutrients:
1. Vitamins: Essential for various bodily functions
e.g. vitamin C vitamin D
2. Minerals, Support growth maintenance and function, e.g calcium iron