Wednesday, January 03, 2018

Food Nutrient Groups

Mineral:

A chemical substance ( such as iron or zinc) that occurs naturally in certain foods and that is important for good health. Calcium is the top mineral
 Found in: 
dairy products such as milk, cheese, and yogurt.

Protein: 
A substance found in foods such as meat, milk, eggs, and beans that is an important part of the human diet.
 Found in: 
yogurt, cheese, egg, beef.



Carbohydrates:

They contain hydrogen and oxygen in the s
ame ratio as water (2:1) and typically can be broken down to release energy in the animal body.
 Found in: 
bread, beans, milk, popcorn, potatoes, cookies, spaghetti, soft drinks.

Fat:

Fats are  organic compounds that are made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. They are a source of energy in foods.
Found in:
avocado, cheese, dark chocolate, eggs, and fish

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