Nutrition

• 5 main food groups

  • Carbohydrates
  • Fruits and vegetables
  • High protein foods - meats
  • Dairy
  • Fats
• carbohydrates 


  bodys main energy source
• fruits and veg

  minerals and anti-oxidants
• dairy 


  body’s main source of calcium
• fats


  provide energy but are more calorie dense
• high protein foods - meats 


  provide the body with iron and some provide fatty acids the body needs
• Why is portion size important 


  Eating too much or not enough of any type of food can increase your risk of health problems