The Six Nutrients
Why is food important?
• Food gives us energy for our daily activities
• Food gives us raw materials
• Eating is enjoyable
The Six Nutrients
• Carbohydrates
• Protein
• Fat
• Minerals
• Vitamins
• Water
Carbohydrates
• Give us energy that we use everyday• Some foods that provide us carbohydrates
are…
bread rice pasta cereal
Can you think of some more foods that have
carbohydrates in them?
Protein
• Helps our bodies grow and repair broken cells• Some foods that give us protein are…
meats fish nuts
Can you think of some more foods that have protein in
them?
Fat
• Fats give us energy and protect us from temperature changes
• Some foods that are high in fat are…
butter eggs cheese
Can you think of some other foods high in fat?
Minerals
• Help our bodies work the way they should• Some foods with minerals are…
Meats milk whole wheat toast
Can you name some specific foods that have minerals in
them?
Vitamins
• Help regulate our bodies
• Some foods high in vitamins are…
whole wheat toast fruits veggies
Can you name some specific foods that have vitamins in
them?
Water
• Water helps many of the body’s functions• Water can be found in…
juice watermelon
Can you think of some more foods that have water in
them?
Review
• Food gives us energy for our daily activities
• The six nutrients are carbohydrates, protein, fat, minerals, vitamins and water
• It is important that we choose foods with these nutrients