Nutrition is the study of food and how it affects the health and growth of the body
. It is about eating a healthy and balanced diet that provides the energy and nutrients needed to be healthy
. Nutrients are substances found in foods that our bodies use to grow, reproduce, and survive
. There are six major nutrients we get from food: proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water
. Macronutrients are carbohydrates, protein, and fat, which supply energy (in the form of calories) and serve as the building blocks for muscles and tissues
. Micronutrients are individual vitamins and minerals that are essential for good health
. Proper nutrition is related to improved infant, child, and maternal health, stronger immune systems, safer pregnancy and childbirth, lower risk of non- communicable diseases, and longevity
. Malnutrition, in every form, presents significant threats to human health
