
Nutrition means غذائیت and written as ghizayat in urdu. It means providing nourishment to the body through diet. It comes from the latin word “nutritio” which later becomes “nutrition” which means to feed and nourish
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Synonyms
There are several meanings and synonyms
- Nourishment غذائیت
- Diet غذا
- Menu
- Dietetics
Definition
The process by which organisms eat food and nourish their body. Food contains nutrients that are essential for the growth and maintenance of the body. Without proper nutrients, we can lose body mass and become ill.
Nutrients
The chemical compounds provided by food are essential for the body to function properly and adequately.
Basics
Diet basically consists of two types of nutrients
- Macronutrients
- Micronutrients
Macronutrients
It includes:
- Carbohydrates
- Protein
- Fats
Micronutrients
It contains minerals and vitamins.
Vitamins | | Minerals |
Water soluble vitamins | Fat-soluble vitamins | |
Vitamin B1 | Vitamin A | Calcium |
Vitamin B2 | Vitamin D | Sodium |
Vitamin B3 | Vitamin E | Iron |
Vitamin B6 | Vitamin K | Zinc |
Vitamin B12 | | Potassium |
Vitamin B9 (folate) | | |
Vitamin C | |
Ideal Nutrition
It adding the right amount of carbohydrates, fat, and protein to the diet. It should also include minerals and vitamins. It helps to keep your body healthy. It will help you to stay active and productive
It should include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products. A healthy diet is very important for healthy life and for preventing diseases.
Poor Nutrition
Not having enough food and nutrients can lead to poor outcomes and this situation is called poor diet. It also caused by eating high amount of fast foods and high energy foods including soft drinks.
This situation can cause several problems which are as follows:
- Fatigue
- Diarrhoea
- Loss of appetite
- Dry and brittle hair
- Brittle nails
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