Why is nutrition important for us?

Good nutrition is an important part of leading a healthy lifestyle. Combined with physical activity, your diet can help you to reach and maintain a healthy weight, reduce your risk of chronic diseases (like heart disease and cancer), and promote your overall health. read more

With that being said, I will give you a brief description of the 6 classes of nutrients and explain why they are essential to live a healthy lifestyle. 1. Protein 2. Carbohydrates 3. Fats 4. Vitamins 5. Minerals 6. Water. Good Nutrition Provides The Building Blocks of Muscle. When you eat foods that contain protein, they are broken down in the body as amino acids. read more