What are Nutrients?


Nutrients are molecules in food that all organisms need to make energy, grow, develop, and reproduce. Nutrients are digested and then broken down into basic parts to be used by the organism. There are two main types of nutrients, macronutrients and micronutrients. The three main categories of macronutrients include carbohydrate, protein, and fat. The two types of micronutrients are vitamins and minerals, and these are extra molecules that cells need to make energy. Let's take a look at the three groups of macronutrients we mentioned.

The importance of nutrition in our daily life.

Our body is a mix of complex system and organs that perhaps gets affected by everything and anything around us – the environment we live in, pollution, the food and drinks that we consume, our sleeping ways, the way we involve in daily activities and all Some of these factors are beyond the reach of our control, whereas, certain things are absolutely within the parameters of our control, like our diet and food choices. 

Whenever we eat or drink something, our body processes them and absorbs the simple yet essential minerals, vitamins, fats, proteins, carbohydrates and even the water from these foods and drinks and converts them into our blood and provides us the energy , so that it could keep us healthy and growing.  

The nutrition levels in food and drinks that we consume are vital to our health. It directly impacts our body and health both. It is why, the importance and need of nutritious foods is to be known by all, so that we all could live a healthy and happy life. 

What are the vital nutrients that contributes to overall good nutrition? 

Proteins: Proteins are the building blocks of what we are made of – amino acids. There are 22 different kinds of amino acids that our body requires to operate optimally. It helps building and repairing new tissues and damages cells of the body. Proteins also helps in creating different types of hormones and enzymes in our body which play crucial roles like that of sexual growth and metabolism.  Some great food sources are low-fat dairy and dairy products, lentils, nuts and seeds, whole grain foods ,soy and tofu, green peas and legumes.  

Carbohydrates: They are the source of energy to the human body. The carbohydrates in foods that we eat are converted into glucose to be used as an energy source in our body. This energy is used by the body for its various functions like cellular constitution. The combination of Carbon, Oxygen and Hydrogen collectively makes u for carbohydrates. Fruits and vegetables of all types, breads, pastas and rice are great sources of carbs.  

Fats: Fats too provides the body energy. We all have a misconception about fats being unhealthy and bad. But it is not at all true. All fats are not bad. Fats insulates the body by providing us the much needed protection against external factors like changes in environment and also provides support and protection to all our organs in the body. Examples of healthy fats are avocado, dairy, fatty fishes, olive and coconut oil and alike.  

Vitamins: Vitamins are compounds that are organic in nature. These compounds plays crucial role in the functionality of the body. In present world a chemical compound is known by name of vitamin. These are required by our body to develop and grow in a normal manner. 

Minerals: Though these are required by the body in trace quantities, these are vital in regulating our body processes and developing new tissues. It helps boosting our immunity and we get all of the required quantities from balanced and healthy diet. Some crucial minerals are Calcium, Chromium, Chloride, Iodine, Iron and Fluoride.      

Improve Your Nutrition, Improve Your Life

If you had the chance to be more productive, smarter, live longer, and look better, wouldn’t you want to take it? Dynamic Health is here to tell you that you can. It all starts with education on how better nutrition can lead to a healthier lifestyle.

To begin your road to a well-balanced diet, make sure you are consuming all the nutrients your body needs throughout the day. That means protein, carbohydrates, fat, water, vitamins, and minerals all need to be a part of your diet. Then, take things a step further: reduce your intake of sweets or unhealthy fats, make simple food swaps to satisfy “cravings,” and start cooking more of your own meals at home so you know exactly what’s going in them.

If you need help getting started on a more nutritious meal plan or want to discuss what a nutrient-dense diet looks like in more detail, feel free to reach out or pay us a visit at Dynamic Health. We love to hear from our patients, new and returning.