Types of nutrients
Here is a table with the different nutrients, the functions they play in nutrition and the different foods containing them.
For an explanation of the different concepts and the nutritional properties of the different food groups or different foods, click on the links.
Carbohydrates |
They provide us with immediate energy. |
We get them from eating cereals, rice, pasta, bread, potatoes and vegetables.
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Proteins |
They give us strength, help us to grow with robust and strong muscles. |
We get from eating foods such as meat, fish, eggs, milk, yoghurt and cheese.
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Fats |
They provide us with reserves of energy and protect us as a shield. |
We get them from oils, nuts, fish, dairy and meat.
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Vitamins and minerals |
They protect us from diseases. |
We obtain them from vegetables, fruits, nuts and dairy products.
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Fiber |
It protects us from diseases. |
It is obtained from vegetables, fruits and nuts.
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Water |
It hidrates us. |
We must drink water, broth, juice, etc.. regularly to avoid dehydration.
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To be well nourished, we must eat from all the different groups of food and different foods in each of them all.
 More information about nutrition in the listing above
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