0Definition
Nutrients are the important chemicals which are required by our body
Types of nutrients
- Carbohydrates
- Fats
- Proteins
- Vitamins
- Minerals
Note*
- Carbohydrates and fats are called energy-giving nutrients.
- Proteins are called bodybuilding nutrients.
- Vitamin and mineral-rich food are called a protective diet.
Sources
- Carbohydrates - potato, cereals, sugar etc.
- Fats - all oils, milk, milk products etc.
- Proteins - meat, eggs, pulses etc.
- Vitamins - vitamin A - green leafy vegetables
- Vitamin B - cereal grains
- Vitamin C - citrus fruits
- Vitamin D - milk, sunlight
- Vitamin E - amla
- Minerals - calcium (milk), iron(apple)
