By Alexander

Most important source of energy Main type of nutrient Sources: whole grains vegetables fruits Beans Two types Complex (Starch) Simple (Sugar)

Fat is a big component in food Little kids need fat Some foods including fruits and vegetables have no fat Oils and meats like beef have fat Toddlers need to drink whole milk While older kids can drink skim milk

A porterhouse steak is great protein 38 grams best sources are beef, poultry, fish, eggs Beef, poultry, fish and eggs Protein contains good digestive juices About half of your non-water mass is made up of protein.

Fiber are carbohydrates that cannot be digested Fiber can help lower blood cholesterol Sources Whole grain breads buns bagels muffins

Thirteen different vitamins have been identified by nutritionists Vitamins include A, eight B-complex vitamins, C, D, E, and K Vitamins regulate metabolism convert fat and carbohydrates Can be found in Sun, milk and orange juice

Types= Calcium, iron and Zinc Minerals help your body grow The body uses minerals to perform many different functions Their used for building strong bones mainly Also used for transmitting nerve impulses

Your body is made of 60% water You need water to live Sources are fruit and vegetables Fights of illness

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