that an individual needs, for energy, to support growth and maintain a healthy body. It comprises of macronutrients which are proteins, fats and carbohydrates, these provide energy and are needed daily in large quantities. Micronutrients which are vitamins and minerals needed to release the energy but only needed in small amounts. Water although not a nutrient is essential and required daily in considerable amounts. (McGuiness 2010) * Protein – this is made up of oxygen, hydrogen, carbon, nitrogen…
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