Fats:
- Energy reserve
- Aid in fat soluble vitamin absorption
- Source of essential fatty acids
Proteins:
- Aid in muscle formation
- Aid in wound healing
- Aid in immune system function
What makes up a healthy diet?
A healthy balanced diet consist of the following:
Carbohydrates:
- Principle source of energy
- Energy supply for all body tissues, especially the brain
Vitamins & Minerals:
- Aid in wound healing
- Aid calcium absorption and bone health
- Antioxidant function and aid in immune system function
A healthy diet can help people to...
- Achieve and maintain a healthy body weight
- Promote overall health
- Reduce the risk of chronic diseases & aid in immune system function
