Are you tired of feeling sluggish, tired, and run-down? Do you wish you had more energy to tackle your busy day-to-day life? Look no further than your plate! Nutrition is the foundation of a healthy, thriving body, and making small changes to your diet can have a big impact on how you feel. In this blog, we'll explore the latest research, trends, and tips on how to optimize your nutrition for optimal health and vitality. Get ready to feel your best self yet!
What is Nutrition?
Nutrition is about supplying the body with adequate nutrients from food and
other sources, and the way in which these nutrients are processed and utilised
in the body.
Nutrition is responsible for the health, growth and overall functioning of the
body, from the breakdown and absorption of the digestive system to the
efficient and effective function of the nervous system.
Different nutrients are required for different bodily tasks such as growth and
development, reproduction, physiological functions, heat production and
synthesis of new tissues. Good nutrients are crucial for reducing the risk of
diseases.
The Role of Nutrition in the Body
From energy source to hormone production. Immunity to hair growth,
everything that happens in the body is a direct result of nutrition.
Nutrition not only encompasses the food consumed, but the quality of the food
itself. For example Strawberries grown in sunlight with nutritionally dense soil
will yield much higher in vitamins and minerals than strawberries grown
hydroponically. The type of food an individual decides to consume will play a
vital role in their overall health and wellbeing, as nutrition's directly impact all
human process
Understanding the Importance of Essential Nutrients
The six essential nutrients include
1. Protein
2. Fats
3. Carbohydrates
4. Vitamins
5. Minerals
6. Water
These are called essential nutrients because they are essential for the
body for optimal health and needed for the body to function properly.
Protein - is needed for tissue repair and production, hormone
production, building muscle, enzyme production, immune function,
healthy hair, skin and nails. (eggs, beans, diary, chicken, meat)
Fats - dietary fats are classed as macronutrients that is essential in the
human body also improves satiety, stores some vitamins and plays an
important role in cardiovascular health (avocado, nuts, seeds, oily fish)
Carbohydrates - provides instant energy for the body to use
immediately, improve gut health and increase satiety (potatoes, corn,
pasta, oats)
Vitamins - are organic substances made by plants or animals, and are
essential to sustain life. There are 2 different ones that are fat soluble
and ones that are water soluble.
Minerals - is a chemical element required as an essential nutrient by
the body to perform functions necessary for life. Minerals are found in
the earth(soil) The human body cannot make minerals so to reach your
daily requirement you must do so through foods (fish, dairy products,
nuts, seeds, meat, seaweed and seafood.)
Water - is a fundamental part of the body, making up over two-thirds of
total body weight. It plays many roles in the body such as regulating
body temperature, eliminating waste, lubricating and cushion joints,
protects your spinal cord and protects body organs and tissues.
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