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Introduction To Nutrition
Food
Food, substance consisting essentially of protein, carbohydrate, fat, and other nutrients used in the body of an organism to sustain growth and vital processes and to furnish energy.
Nutrition
Nutrition is the process by which organisms use food to support life. It involves the biochemical and physiological processes that convert nutrients into energy and chemical structures.
Overnutrition
Overnutrition (also known as hyperalimentation) is a form of malnutrition in which the intake of nutrients is oversupplied. The amount of nutrients exceeds the amount required for normal growth, development, and metabolism.
Undernutrition
Undernutrition denotes insufficient intake of energy and nutrients to meet an individual's needs to maintain good health.
Malnutrition
deficiencies or excesses in nutrient intake, imbalance of essential nutrients or impaired nutrient utilization. The double burden of malnutrition consists of both undernutrition and overweight and obesity, as well as diet-related noncommunicable diseases.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not just the absence of disease.
Balanced Diet
Uses the Food Pyramid as a visual guide to eat more from the bottom (veg/grains) and less from the top (fats/sugar)
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrate is a group of organic compounds occurring in living tissues and foods in the form of
starch, cellulose, and sugars.
Carbohydrates, or carbs, are a vital macronutrient that provide energy for the body and are
found in many foods.
examples of foods high in carbohydrates include bread, pasta, beans,
potatoes, rice, and cereals.
Carbohydrates are the body's primary source of energy, especially for the brain, which can't
easily use other fuel sources. When the body doesn't get enough carbohydrates, it will break
down protein and fat for energy.
Proteins
Building tissue:
Protein is a building block for muscles, bones, enzymes, and hormones.
Energy source:
The body can use protein as an energy source.
Bone health
: Protein is a key nutrient for bone health and can help prevent osteoporosis.
Immune support:
Protein contains amino acids that support the immune system.
Hormone regulation
: Protein contains amino acids that help regulate hormones.