The Basics of Food Nutrition: Vitamins, Minerals, Phytonutrients, and Macronutrients - Paperback

by Su Li (Author)

The Basics of Food Nutrition
Vitamins, Minerals, Phytonutrients, and Macronutrients

This book explains the basics of nutrition we get from food. You will learn the nutrition needed in our daily eating pattern for health and wellness. You will also learn the phytonutrition and natural antioxidants in our foods for our bodies' anti-oxidation defence against aging and environmental stresses.

You will get to know the macronutrients, including water, protein, fat, and carbohydrates.
What are macronutrients and micronutrients?
What are vitamins and minerals in foods?
Why are vitamins and minerals called micronutrients?
What are phytonutrients and phytonutrition?
What are the antioxidants and free radicals?

With easily comprehensible and facts-based content supported by informative graphics, this book gives you the knowledge and confidence to assess and enhance your approach to nutrition.