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7 nutrients Carbohydrates
Fats
Proteins
Fiber
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Carbohydrates Body's primary source of energy
Stored as glycogen in liver and muscles
4 Ocala per 1 gram of CHO
Categories of CHO Complex
Simple
Complex carbs Whole grains, cereals, pastas, flour
Vegetables
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Fruits
simple carbs Syrups
Jellies
Cakes
55%_60% of daily caloric intake should be from CHO
Fats Involved in the maintenance of healthy skin, insulation against heat and cold,
protection of vital organs, major storage form of energy
Stored in fat cells around organs and within the adipose tissue
9kcals per 1 gram of fat
Categories of Fat Unsaturated
Saturated
Unsaturated fats Associated with lower risk of developing heart disease
Olive oil