Nutrition improves health

Breakfast is mostly called the most important meal of the day, Breakfast breaks the overnight fasting period.it provides the essential nutrients required for good health.      Research shows that the health benefits of eating breakfast is that it improves the energy level and help reduce risk of type 2 diabetes and heart diseases. I remember when I wasn’t aware of the importance of having breakfast, I do go to school on an empty stomach before lunch time I became very weak and tired  because i used up most of my energy level on different activities, Now I make sure I take my breakfast before leaving the house  and it has really helped me a lot. The body energy is glucose. Glucose is broken down and absorbed from the carbohydrates you eat. The body stores most of its energy as fat. The body also stores some glucose as glycogen, most of it is found in the liver, with smaller amounts in your muscles.       During times of not eating, such as overnight, the liver breaks down glycogen and r

 An individual can say nutrition is the study of nutrients in food and how the body uses them but there’s more to it ,nutrition is not just about nutrients but in a balanced quantity, proper nutrition should consist of minerals, phytonutrients and antioxidants .  A balanced nutrition is critical at all stages of life and nutrition is crucial for growth and development because as a person gets older proper nutrition is required for energy. To eat a healthy diet u need to understand the 5 food groups which are ; Starchy foods fruits and vegs Dairy  Protein and Fats   These foods are grouped together because they provide similar amount of the key nutrients of the food groups. These foods are then broken down to nutrients. Our body needs these kinds of nutrients which are; carbohydrates proteins fats minerals vitamins and water   Carbohydrate protein and fats are macronutrients needed in large amounts they help maintain body system and structure while minerals and vitamins are micronutrien