Types of nutrients
1. Carbohydrates
These are nutrients made up of
sugars. Carbohydrates are found in food sources such as rice, potatoes and
wheat. They provide us with energy to allow us to do work. A person who is more
active and who more strenuous work will require a larger intake of
carbohydrates. On the other hand, a person who is not as active will require
less carbohydrate.
2. Proteins
Proteins are nutrients found in
food sources such as milk, meat and fish. Proteins are required for growth and
the building of muscles. A person should take in about 70 to 80 g of protein
every day. Protein is especially important for growing children.
3. Fats
Fats are nutrients found in food
sources such as full-cream milk, cooking oil, animal skin and nuts. Fats are a
source of energy and are also required for absorption of some vitamins (A, D, E
and K) and maintaining healthy skin and hair.
4. Dietary
minerals
Dietary minerals are nutrients
found in very small amounts in food such as fish, meat and vegetables. Examples
of dietary minerals are copper, iron and manganese. Dietary minerals are
required for maintaining important life processes such as aerobic respiration.
5. Vitamins
Vitamins are nutrients required to
support various functions in our bodies. They are required in very small
amounts. Example of vitamins include vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C, vitamin
D, vitamin K. Almost all food sources contain some vitamins.
6. Water
Water is very important for our
body. It is required for all the chemical processes that take place in our
body. We should drink about eight cups of water a day. If we do not get enough
water, we will be dehydrated.
I am taking a combination of vitamin K and E every day, is this okay?
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