Diet Planning

Chemicals in food that cells need

How you body uses fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and water

Proteins are nutrients that are used to build and repair body parts. Proteins make up large parts of tissues such as bone, muscle and skin. Foods such as meat, eggs, fish, nuts and chicken supply you with protein.

Fats are nutrients that are used as a source of energy by your body. Fats are compounds that store large amounts of energy. Salad dressing, butter, and cooking oils are foods high in fat.

Carbohydrates are nutrients that also supply you with energy. The difference is that your body may store fats. Foods containing starches and sugars, such as bread, and fruit, supply with carbohydrates.

Vitamins are chemical compounds needed in very small amounts for growth and tissue repair of the body. A well-balanced diet will supply you with the vitamins needed each day.

Recommended daily allowance is the amount of each vitamin and material a person needs each day to stay in good health.