The Six Essential Nutrients Health and Nutrition

What are the 6 Essential Nutrients? Water Minerals Proteins Vitamins Carbohydrates Fats

Water orks to keep muscles and skin toned ids in weight loss ransports oxygen & nutrients to cells liminates toxins & waste from the body and helps with digestion egulates body temperature Sources: water, juices, soups WATERWATER

Minerals Minerals build bones, teeth, blood and helps the body use energy. Iron Transports oxygen around the body in the red blood cells Sources: red meat, green leafy vegetables, fortified cereals Calcium Keeps bones and teeth strong Sources: milk, cheese

Protein Builds and repairs cells Fights infections Makes blood strong Sources: tuna, chicken, milk, egg

Vitamins Facilitate and regulate body processes. Essential for growth and health Sources: Vitamin C—orange juice Vitamin D – Sun, milk

Carbohydrates Provide energy for muscles, nerves and the brain Good sources of fiber that are essential for digestion Sources: bread, cereal, potatoes, beans

Fats Provides energy and helps digestion Not all fats are good for you, but you need monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. Use fats sparingly Sources: butter, oil