Nutrients
Nutrients are organic and inorganic complexes contained in food. The nutrients required by the human body are classified in two main groups-
Micronutrients
Macronutrient
Nutrients are composed of food essential of life and health, providing us with energy.
The building blocks for repair and growth and substances necessary to regulate chemical processes. These are six major nutrients-
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Lipids
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Nutrients are component of food that help to nourish the body.
Nutritional Status
Nutritional Status is the condition of the body as it relates to consumption and utilization of food.
Health; state of well being
According to world health organization "health is the state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity".
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