SEE WHAT TAKING NUTRIENTS WILL DO TO YOUR BODY

Nutrition is a vital component of health and wellness.

Nutrient is a chemical product of food substance needed by the body to provide the body with its basic needs.

Nutritional status is the condition of the body, as a result of utilisation of essential food nutrients.

Nutrition is classified according to function, chemical nature, essentiality and concentration.

We have three main food groups:

Body building foods that supply proteins.

The energy food which contributes to bulk of calories e.g cereals, wheat, sugar, grains etc

The regulating food: which are composed of fruits and vegetables that provides minerals and vitamins.

Why nutrition is important for health and wellness:
Nutrition is required for brain development, essential for learning, replacement of of cells and tissues, builds immunity, improves memory, moods and enhances mental outlook. It is important for physical development, strengthens bones and muscles etc.

Types Of Nutrients:

Macro nutrient which are composed of carbohydrate fats proteins and water, and

Micro nutrient which are required in small amount and includes minerals such as iron iodine zinc calcium, and vitamins.