2. W h a t Is
N u t r it io n ?
-The study of
how your
body uses the
food that you
eat.

3. W h a t is a
A nutrient is i e n t
N u t r a chemical substance
in food that helps maintain the
body. Some provide energy. All
help build cells and tissues,
regulate bodily processes such as
breathing. No single food supplies
all the nutrients the body needs to
function.

4.  Vitamins
 Minerals
 Water
 Protein Sugars
Carbohydrates Starches
 Fats Cellulose

5. N u t r ie n t s t h a t
h a v e C a lo r ie s :
 P r o t e in s
 C a r b o h yd r a te s
 F a ts

6. D e f in it io n o f a
C a lo r ie :
o A unit of measure for energy in
food

7. C a lo r ie s p e r
g ra m:
Protein 1 Gram = 4 calories
Carbohydrates 1 Gram = 4 calories
Fat 1 Gram = 9 calories

8. V a r ia b le s w h ic h
a f f e c t n u t r ie n t
ne e ds :
1. A g e
2 . G e nde r
3 . A c t iv it y L e v e l
4 . C lim a t e
5 . H e a lt h

9. A im f o r
F it n e s s
1. Aim for a healthy
weight

10. 2. Be physically active each day

11. B u ild a H e a lt h y
Base
3. Let the pyramid guide your
choices
4. Choose a variety of grains
daily, especially whole grains
5. Choose a variety of fruits and
vegetables daily.
6. Keep food safe to eat.

12. C hoos e
7. Choose ia diet that is low in saturated
S e n s b ly
fat and cholesterol and moderate in total
fat
8. Choose beverages and foods
to moderate your intake of
sugars
9. Choose and prepare food with less
salt
10. If you drink alcoholic
beverages do so in moderation