Generally, nutrients are divided into two classes: Show
Water is required in amounts of 1 milliliter for each calorie of energy expended or about 2.6 quarts (2,500 milliliters) a day. The requirement for water can be met by the water naturally contained in many foods and by drinking fruit or vegetable juices and caffeine-free coffee or tea as well as water. Alcoholic beverages and caffeinated coffee, tea, and sodas may make people urinate more, so they are less useful.
Foods consumed in the daily diet contain as many as 100,000 substances. But only 300 are classified as nutrients, and only 45 are classified as essential nutrients:
Essential nutrients cannot be synthesized by the body and must be consumed in the diet.
Good nutrition, based on healthy eating is one essential factor that helps us to stay healthy and be active. What Causes Poor Nutrition?Poor eating habits include under- or over-eating, not having enough of the healthy foods we need each day, or consuming too many types of food and drink, which are low in fibre or high in fat, salt and/or sugar. These unhealthy eating habits can affect our nutrient intake, including energy (or kilojoules) protein, carbohydrates, essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals as well as fibre and fluid. How Does Poor Nutrition Affect Us?Poor nutrition can impair our daily health and wellbeing and reduce our ability to lead an enjoyable and active life. In the short term, poor nutrition can contribute to stress, tiredness and our capacity to work, and over time, it can contribute to the risk of developing some illnesses and other health problems such as:
Steps to Good Nutrition - It’s Easier Than You ThinkA good place to start is to:
Swap those poor eating habits over for better ones.For more tips and ideas to boost your nutrition see these great tips from the Australian Government Shape Up Australia.
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