HEALTH NE W S
Composition of a Good NUTRIENT-RICH by
Michele Tamez
Diet
For the human body to function well, it should be fed a good balance of
vitamins and nutrients.
\There are three primary macronutrients which we consume namely
protein, fat, and carbohydrates.
W
ithout these, our body won't be able to function properly. Since we cannot synthesize vitamins in sufficient quantities, they must be obtained from dietary sources. We also need several minerals for our body to function smoothly. Calcium and phosphorous, for example, aside from being important in the strengthening and lengthening of your bones are needed by your heart to pump efficiently. Salt, aside from adding flavor to your dishes, contain sodium and chlorine which help in maintaining fluid balance and producing digestive juices, respectively. cont’d on next page 45 Inner Circle Executive • Summer 2013
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