1.nutrition Is The Intake of Food, Considered in Relation To The Body's Dietary Needs. Good Nutrition - An

1.Nutrition is the intake of food, considered in relation to the body’s dietary needs.
Good nutrition – an
adequate, well balanced diet combined with regular physical activity – is a cornerstone of good health. Poor
nutrition can lead to reduced immunity, increased susceptibility to disease, impaired physical and mental
development, and reduced productivity.
2. Food is any substance[1] consumed to provide nutritional support for an organism. It is usually
of plant or animal origin, and contains essential nutrients, such as carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins,
or minerals.
3.Nutrient is a substance used by an organism to survive, grow, and reproduce.
4. Enzymes are macromolecularbiological catalysts. Enzymes accelerate chemical reactions. The molecules
upon which enzymes may act are called substrates and the enzyme converts the substrates into different
molecules known as products.
5. Hormone "to set in motion, urge on") is any member of a class of signaling molecules produced
by glands in multicellular organisms that are transported by the circulatory system to target distant organs to
regulate physiology and behaviour.
6. Metabolism ("change") is the set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms.
7. Anabolism, also called biosynthesis) is the set of metabolic pathways that construct molecules from smaller
units utilizing the energy released by catabolism.
8. Catabolism is the set of metabolic pathways that breaks down molecules into smaller units that are either
oxidized to release energy or used in other anabolic reactions.
9. Digestion is the breakdown of large insoluble food molecules into small water-soluble food molecules so
that they can be absorbed into the watery blood plasma. In certain organisms, these smaller substances are
absorbed through the small intestine into the blood stream. Digestion is a form of catabolism that is often
divided into two processes based on how food is broken down: mechanical and chemical digestion.
10. In chemistry, absorption is a physical or chemical phenomenon or a process in
which atoms, molecules or ions enter some bulk phase – liquid or solid material.
11. A calorie is a unit of energy. In nutrition, calories refer to the energy people get from the food and drink
they consume, and the energy they use in physical activity.
12. A.Nutritional status The condition of the body in those respects influenced by the diet; the levels of
nutrients in the body and the ability of those levels to maintain normal metabolic integrity.
B. "Optimum Nutrition" can be defined as eating the right amounts of nutrients on a proper schedule to
achieve the best performance and the longest possible lifetime in good health, assuming that external
negative influences like accidents and infectious diseases can be avoided
13. Malnutrition is a condition that results from eating a diet in which one or more nutrientsare either not
enough or are too much such that the diet causes health problems.
14. Energy is the quantitativeproperty that must be transferred to an object in order to perform work on, or
to heat, the object. Energy is a conserved quantity; the law of conservation of energy states that energy can
be converted in form, but not created or destroyed.
The 6 Major Nutrients
1.Vitamins
Vitamins
Vitamin C is necessary for the synthesis of collagen, which provides structure to blood vessels, bone and
ligaments. Rich sources include citrus fruits, strawberries and peppers. Folate, found in foods, helps to prevent
birth defects. Pregnant women or women who plan to become pregnant should speak with their physician
about taking a folic acid supplement, the synthetic form of folate, in addition to their diet. Vitamin D helps to
maintain calcium homeostasis. It can be found in food sources or synthesized by the sun.
To enable chemical reactions to occur in the body. They help release the energy trapped in carbohydrates,
lipids and proteins.
2.Minerals
Sodium helps to maintain fluid volume outside of the cells and helps cells to function normally. Keep intake
under 2,400 milligrams per day. Potassium maintains fluid volume inside and outside of cells and prevents the
excess rise of blood pressure with increased sodium intake. Rich sources include bananas, potatoes and
tomatoes. Calcium helps to maintain and build strong bones and teeth. Include three servings of calcium-rich
foods per day including milk, low-fat cheese and yogurt.
Play a role in the nervous system functioning, water balance and structural systems
3.Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are the main energy source for the brain. Without carbohydrates, the body could not function
properly. Sources include fruits, breads and grains, starchy vegetables and sugars. Make at least half of the
grains you consume whole grains. Whole grains and fruit are full of fiber, which reduces the risk of coronary
heart disease and helps maintain normal blood glucose levels. Provide major source of calories or energies for
the body. (4 KCAL/GRAMS on average).
4.Fats
Fat is an energy source that when consumed, increases the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins including
vitamins A, D, E and K. Twenty to 35 percent of your daily intake should come from fat. Choose healthy
options such as omega-3-rich foods like fish, walnuts and vegetable-based oils. Omega-3s help with
development and growth. Limit intake of saturated fats such as high-fat meats and full-fat dairy. Other smart
choices include nuts, seeds and avocado.Help regulate blood pressure and play role in the synthesis and repair
of vital cell parts.
5.Proteins
Protein is the major structural component of cells and is responsible for the building and repair of body
tissues. Protein is broken down into amino acids, which are building blocks of protein. Nine of the 20 amino
acids, known as essential amino acids, must be provided in the diet as they cannot be synthesized in the body.
Ten to 35 percent of your daily calories should come from lean protein sources such as low-fat meat, dairy,
beans or eggs. Maintain body tissues; provide calories for the body; and important for enzymes to increase
rate of chemical bodily reactions.
6.Water
Acts as a solvent and lubricant to transport nutrients and waste, and a temperature regulator.
Water helps to maintain homeostasis in the body and transports nutrients to cells. Water also assists in
removing waste products from the body. All beverages and high-moisture foods such as soup and watermelon
contain water and count towards your daily water requirement. Adults should consume 25 to 35 milliliters of
fluids per kilogram body weight or 2 to 3 liters per day

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