HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Substances in food that provide nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life are called nutrients. What are the 6 nutrients?

A	Carbohydrates, Meats, Minerals, Water, Protein, and Dairy
B	Fruits, Milk, Vitamins, Water, Pork, and Vitamins
C	Carbohydrates, Fats, Water, Protein, Minerals and Vitamins
D	Carbohydrates, Fats, Minerals, Cheese, Protein, and Vegetables

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -The foods we eat provide energy (calories) and nutrients such as protein, fat, carbohydrate, vitamins, minerals, and water.

Detailed explanation-2: -NUTRIENTS are the substances in food that your body needs to grow, to repair itself, and to supply you with energy. The 6 nutrients are protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are six basic nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. All of these are classified as essential. Your body requires essential nutrients to function properly.

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