Foods Nutrition Booklet

1. Foods Nutrition Booklet By Kiera!

2. Contents 1. Dietary Guidelines 2. Protein 3. Carbohydrates 4. Fats 5. Fibre 6. Vitamins 7. Minerals 8. Water

3. Dietary Guidelines • Eat a variety of foods everyday • Control obesity • Limit your fat intake • Decrease your sugar intake 5. Increase consumption of fruit and vegetables 6. Eat more wholegrain breads and cereals 7. Reduce salt intake 8. Enjoy water

4. Protein The reason why protein is so important in our diet because it helps with muscle repair and growth. Protein can be found in such foods as meat, eggs, dairy, seeds, nuts and legumes. Cheese Meat Seeds and nuts Eggs

5. Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are important for our bodies because they give us energy. Carbohydrates can be found in foods such as pasta, potatoes and wholegrains. Pasta Wholegrains Potatoes

6. Fats The purpose of fats are to regulate body temperature and supply energy. Fats are found in butter, oils and meat fats. Butter Oils

7. Fibre Fibre regulates body functions, so it’s important to eat foods like wholegrain cereals and bread. Wholegrain foods

8. Minerals Minerals are very important becausethey regulate vital processes, and are necessary for healthy bones and teeth. Minerals can be found in dairy, grains and vegetables. Grains Vegetables Dairy

9. Water Water is extremely important- It helps transports nutrients, carries waste, and is vital to every body function. Other than tap water, it can be found in some fruits and vegetables. Fruit and vegetables