Nutrition

 What is nutrition? Nutrition is the science that studies how food and drink affect our health, growth, and overall well-being. It involves everything related to:

🥗 What we eat (Nutrients):

These are substances in food that your body needs to function properly. They include:

1. Carbohydrates – give you energy (e.g. rice, bread, fruits)

2. Proteins – build and repair body tissues (e.g. meat, beans, eggs)

3. Fats – provide energy and help absorb vitamins (e.g. oil, nuts, avocado)

4. Vitamins – support body functions like immunity and vision (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin D)

5. Minerals – build strong bones and support nerve function (e.g. calcium, iron)

6. Water – essential for every function in the body

🍽️ Why nutrition matters:

Helps you grow properly

Boosts immunity to fight disease

Gives energy to work, study, or play

Keeps organs like your heart, brain, and liver working well

Prevents illnesses like diabetes, obesity, or malnutrition

🧠 Good nutrition looks like:

Eating a variety of fresh, natural foods (fruits, vegetables, whole grains)

Drinking enough water

Limiting processed, sugary, and fried foods

Eating the right amount—not too much, not too little

Simple way to think of it:

> “Nutrition is giving your body what it needs to be strong, smart, and health