A Brief Rundown Of Nutrients - Swiss Sciences Nutrition

This is a brief synopsis of Nutrients by Swiss Sciences Nutrition.

What are Nutrients? They are the chemicals we all need in our bodies in order to grow and live. They are used to create and repair body tissues and to regulate all the body's internal processes. The body converts many nutrients into energy within the digestive system. Organic nutrients are carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and vitamins, and they come from the tissues of other living organisms. Inorganic nutrients are "non-living" substances like water, oxygen, and minerals. Macronutrients like carbohydrates, protein, fat and water are nutrients that are needed in large quantities. Micronutrients like vitamins and minerals are only needed in small amounts. Essential nutrients can't be created inside the body. These are nutrients that must be introduced by the foods we eat or in dietary supplements. Nonessential nutrients are created by our bodies. Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are nutrients that provide energy for our bodies. These substances are broken down in our body's digestive system and synthesized into energy. Vitamins, minerals and water are considered metabolism supporting nutrients.

A brief rundown of the different classes of nutrients is as follows:

The Carbohydrates

Sugars, starches, and fiber are the nutrients classified as complex carbohydrates. Foods such as rice, wheat, noodles, bread and other grains are all high in carbohydrates. They are an important part of our daily diet, but carbohydrates can have a detrimental effect on our health if consumed in large quantities. Simple carbohydrates are highly processed. They include sugars and starches and can have seriously negative effects on our health when consumed in large amounts.

Fiber

Fiber is also a carbohydrate and can be classified as either soluble or insoluble. Foods like whole grains, fruits, nuts and vegetables all contain significant amounts of fiber. Fiber benefits our health in many ways. It improves digestion in by moving food along the digestive tract, and it slows the absorption of sugar. This helps lower blood glucose levels and reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes.

The Proteins

Proteins are made up of amino acids. These are required to produce the substances that make up muscle tissue, skin, and hair. Proteins also create enzymes. These are necessary for the control of chemical reactions within our bodies.


Fats

Fats can be classified as either saturated or unsaturated. Saturated fats are typically solid at room temperature and are the basis of animal fats, while unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and typically associated with vegetable oils. Unsaturated fats are usually more healthy than saturated fats. Unsaturated fats can be further broken down into omega-3 or omega-6 fatty acids. Unsaturated fats that have been "hydrogenated" are know as Trans-fats. These can be found in foods like margarine and are solid at room temperature. Trans-fats are the least healthy of the fats and have been shown to be detrimental to our health.

Vitamins

Most vitamins can't be created in our bodies. They are considered essential nutrients and must be eaten either in our food or in dietary supplements. Many diseased can occur as a result of vitamin deficiencies - among them are cancer, immune system weaknesses, and osteoporosis.

Minerals

Minerals are substances required by our bodies that are not found in organic molecules. Among the primary minerals we consume are sodium, calcium, and magnesium. Supplements are one way of adding minerals to our diet.

Foods are normally made up of several of the many classes of nutrients. Some can be stored in our bodies while others must be consumed on a regular basis. Not getting enough of the required nutrients will eventually lead to poor health. Swiss Sciences Nutrition recommends a well balanced diet which contains an ample amount of the required nutrients. Swiss Sciences Nutrition creates some of the highest quality nutritional products and information. Swiss Sciences nutrition supplies written materials and books providing educational material about diet and nutrition.

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