6 Essential Nutrients

Question 1

Carbohydrates

Answer 1

Carbohydrates provide energy to the body, control blood glucose and metabolism of insulin cholesterol and triglyceride (stored fats)

Question 2

Protein

Answer 2

Protein repairs and builds body tissue, improves immune system and drives metabolic reactions.

Question 3

Lipids (fats)

Answer 3

Lipids provide protection for organs, strengthen cell membranes, insulates the body, helps absorb fat soluble vitamins and modulate hormones.

Question 4

Water

Answer 4

Keeps blood stream as a liquid, maintains body temperature (homeostasis), maintains every cell in the body and protects joints and organs. As well as absorbing water solluble vitamins

Question 5

Vitamins

Answer 5

Vitamins support growth, cells, organs and boost the immune system.

Question 6

Minerals

Answer 6

Minerals make enzymes, hormones, keeps bones strong, and keeps muscles, the heart and brain working properly.