| Items | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Items | Fat | Carbs | Protein | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Fat is a type of nutrient. You need some fat in your diet but not too much. Fats give you energy and help your body absorb vitamins. Dietary fat also plays a major role in your cholesterol levels.
Carbohydrates, or carbs, are sugar molecules. Along with proteins and fats, carbohydrates are one of three main nutrients found in foods and drinks.Your body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose. Glucose, or blood sugar, is the main source of energy for your body's cells, tissues, and organs. Glucose can be used immediately or stored in the liver and muscles for later use.
Protein is in every cell in the body. Our bodies need protein from the foods we eat to build and maintain bones, muscles and skin. We get proteins in our diet from meat, dairy products, nuts, and certain grains and beans. Proteins from meat and other animal products are complete proteins. This means they supply all of the amino acids the body can't make on its own. Most plant proteins are incomplete. You should eat different types of plant proteins every day to get all of the amino acids your body needs.
Calories are essential for human health. The key is consuming the right amount.Everyone requires different amounts of energy each day, depending on age, sex, size, and activity level.People in the United States consume more than 11 percent of their daily calories from fast food. Foods high in energy but low in nutritional value provide empty calories.