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 Nutrition



Major nutrients and other nutrients



Energy rich foods - Carbohydrates and fats



Carbohydrates and fats


1. Whole grain cereals and millets - Protein, fiber, minerals, calcium, iron and B-complex vitamins.

2. Vegetable oils, ghee and butter - Fat soluble vitamins (Vit A, D, E and K), essential fatty acids.

3. Nuts and oilseeds - Proteins, vitamins and minerals.

4. Sugars - Nil


Body building foods - Proteins







1. Pulses, nuts and oilseeds - B-complex vitamins, invisible fat and fibre.


2. Milk and milk products - Calcium, vitamin A, riboflavin, vitamin B12.

3. Meat, fish, poultry - B-complex vitamins, iron, iodine, fat.



Vitamins and Minerals


1. Green leafy vegetables - Antioxidants, fibre and other carotenoids.


2. Vegetables and fruits - Fibre, sugar and antioxidants.

3. Eggs, milk and milk products and flesh foods - Protein and fat









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