Nutrients

What are nutrients?

Substances in food that provide energy and materials for cell development, growth, and repair.

What are the six major types of nutrients?

Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water.

What are carbohydrates?

Main source of energy for the body; includes sugars, starches, and fibers.

What are proteins?

Nutrients used to build and repair body tissues; made of amino acids.

What are fats?

Provide energy, insulate the body, and support cell growth; includes saturated and unsaturated types.

What are vitamins?

Organic compounds that regulate body functions; examples include Vitamin C and Vitamin D.

What are minerals?

Inorganic substances that the body needs in small amounts for various functions; examples include calcium and iron.

Macronutrients

Substances required in large amounts in the diet, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Micro Nutrients

Are substances required in small amounts like vitamins and minerals