Friday, May 20, 2016

Non-Nutrients

NON-NUTRIENTS:
              Water and Fibre are non - nutrients but are important substances that we need to include in our diets to stay healthy.

WATER:
          Its not a nutrient in the classical sense,but is essentisl for our bodies to work properly,for example regulating body temperature,cushioning the joints,controlling the blood pressure and keeping the body in balance.
Source:
         All drinks including water,milk and juices.We actually get roughly 20% of our watet requirements from the food we eat.Water-rich foods include fruit and vegetables,soups,stews and sauces.

FIBRE:
        It is not a nutrient but improves the movemebt of the gut contents and help prevent constipation.Some types of Fibre also help lower blood cholestrol and glucose levels.
Source:
          Cereals,beans,pulses,lentils,fruits and vegetables.

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