- The elements present in the carbohydrates are carbon, hydrogen and oxygen.
- The major nutrients in our food are named vitamins, minerals, fats, proteins and carbohydrates.
- About half of human diet should be made up of grains and vegetables.
- Fats and carbohydrates are energy giving compounds.
- Foods containing fats and carbohydrates are also called “Energy giving foods”.
- The bread, cereal, rice and pasta group is a good source of carbohydrates.
- The human body uses carbohydrates in the form of glucose.
- Vitamins and minerals are needed by the body in small quantities to protect bodies from diseases.
- Fat nutrient is needed for making hormones, healthier skin and to make cell membranes.
- Foods from the meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs and nuts group are an important source of iron.