NUTRITION

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 NUTRITION: FOOD GROUPS

  

  GRAIN GROUP:

Benefits:

-          Carbohydrates. Give us energy we need daily.

-          Fiber. Helps digestion.

Ex. Rice, cereal, bread, pasta, etc.

·        VEGETABLE GROUP:

Benefits:

-          Vitamin A. Good to see in the dark, and helps eyes and skin.

-          Vitamin C. Heals cuts and bruises, and fight infections.

-          Fiber. Helps digestion.

-          Phytochemicals. Prevent diseases.

Ex. Broccoli, cauliflower, corn, peas, lettuce, mushrooms, carrots, etc.

·        FRUIT GROUP:

Benefits:

-          Vitamin C.

-          Vitamin A.

-          Fiber.

-          Phytochemicals.

Ex. Apple, orange, soursop, pears, grapes, berries, papaya, etc.

·        MILK GROUP:

Benefits:

-          Calcium that makes bones and teeth stronger and longer, stop bleeding if you get cut or bruised, helps muscles contract and relax.

-          Important nutrients, including protein, vitamin A, vitamin D, and vitamin B.

Ex. Milk, cheese, pudding, yogurt, etc.

·        MEAT GROUP:

Benefits:

-          Iron that makes muscles stronger, and carries oxygen to all parts of your body.

-          Helps prevent infections and anemia that can make you feel tired.

-          Helps your body make energy to get you through busy days.

-          Protein.

Ex. Beef, pork, chicken and turkey, fish, dried beans and peas, peanut butter, eggs, nuts, etc.

·        OIL GROUP: (Lipids)

      

Oil is not a food group, but you need some for good health. You can get oil from fish, nuts, and liquid oils.

·        EXTRA FOODS:

        

There are some other different types of food, which don’t have enough nutrients to fit into any of the Group Foods.