what are the nutrients present in our body? prepare a chart to show their functions and sources
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what are the nutrients present in our body? prepare a chart to show their functions and sources
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Answer:
Fat-soluble vitamins
Nutrient Function
Vitamin A (and its precursor*, beta-carotene) *A precursor is converted by the body to the vitamin. Needed for vision, healthy skin and mucous membranes, bone and tooth growth, immune system health
Vitamin D Needed for proper absorption of calcium; stored in bone
Answer :
Nutrient can be defined as a substance that provides source of nourishment and development to the body
Our body has many nutrients present in it . Some of them along with sources and functions are listed below .
Here is the table with sources
[tex]\begin{tabular}{c | l} Nutrients & Sources \cline{1-2} Protein & fish , poultry , beans \\ Fiber & legumes and whole grains \\ Calcium & dairy products and green vegetables \\ Iron & eggs , beans and poultry \\ Vitamin A & dark green vegetables , milk and eggs \\ Vitamin C & citrus fruits \\ Vitamin D & fatty fish and egg yolk \end{tabular}[/tex]
Here is the table with functions
[tex]\begin{tabular}{c | l} Nutrients & Functions \cline{1-2} Protein & used in growth and development of body \\ Fiber & used for preventing constipation \\ Calcium & important for strong bones and teeth \\ Iron & important for forming hemoglobin \\ Vitamin A & important for eyesight \\ Vitamin C & it decreases risk of infections \\ Vitamin D & used for absorbing calcium \end{tabular}[/tex]
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