What is it?
The study of food we consume to fulfill the needs of our body is called NUTRITION. For good health we need good nutrients that includes a sufficient and balanced diet with a suitable combination of physical activity. The nutrition process is a cornerstone for a good health. Getting the precise amount of nutrients from healthy food in the right combo is categorized as good nutrition. Be choosy and smart about your food choices, a good knowledge of nutrients and a wise choice about healthy food will lead you to achieve optimum health in your life time. However, poor nutrients will lead you to reduction of immunity, increased susceptibility to diseases, impaired physical and mental development and less productivity. So eat SMART and be SMART.
Human body requires seven vital nutrients. Nutrients are basically foundation of nourishment, it is mainly components of food i.e.:
- Protein
- Carbohydrate
- Fat
- Vitamin
- Mineral
- Fiber
- Water
Nutrients are mainly considered into two categories, i.e.:
- Macronutrients
- Micronutrients
Macronutrients:
These are the nutrients that we need to consume comparatively in large quantities. Macronutrients are further fragmented into energy macronutrients that provide energy and macronutrients that are not going to provide energy.
Energy Micronutrients:
- Carbohydrates
- Proteins
- Fats
Macronutrients that do not provide ENERGY:
- Fiber
- Water