Medicine & Health
What is Nutrition?
Nutrition is how your body takes in and uses food to grow, repair, and power itself. It covers the macronutrients you need in bulk (carbs, protein, fat) and the micronutrients you need in tiny amounts (vitamins and minerals).
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Watch a 2-minute lesson with voice + animation that explains nutrition.
Key things to understand
- 1How your body uses food for energy and repair.
- 2Macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein, and fat.
- 3Micronutrients: vitamins and minerals.
- 4Balance and variety matter more than any single food.
Frequently asked questions
- What are macronutrients and micronutrients?
- Macronutrients (carbs, protein, fat) give energy and building blocks in large amounts; micronutrients (vitamins, minerals) are needed in tiny amounts for the body to work.
- What is a balanced diet?
- One with the right mix of carbs, protein, healthy fats, and fibre, plus a variety of fruits and vegetables for vitamins and minerals.
- Why is good nutrition important?
- It fuels your body, supports immunity and growth, and lowers the risk of many diseases.