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