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The Four Basic Nutrients

The Four Basic Nutrients

Protein

Protein is essential for growth and development. It provides the body with energy, and is needed for the manufacture of hormones, antibodies, enzymes, and tissues. It also helps maintain the proper acid-alkali balance in the body.

Fats

Although much attention has been focused on the need to reduce dietary fat, the body does need fat. During infancy and childhood, fat is necessary for normal brain development. Throughout life, it is essential to provide energy and support growth. Fat is, in fact, the most concentrated source of energy available to the body. However, after about two years of age, the body requires only small amounts of fat-much less than is provided by the average American diet. Excessive fat intake is a major causative factor in obesity, high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, and colon cancer, and has been linked to a number of other disorders as well.

Vitamins and Minerals

Like water, carbohydrates, protein, and fats, vitamins and minerals are essential to life. They are therefore considered nutrients, and are often referred to as micronutrients simply because they are needed in relatively small amounts compared with the four basic nutrients.

Because vitamins and minerals are so necessary for health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has formulated recommended consumption levels for vitamins called recommended daily allowances (RDAs). But these allowances do not account for the amount needed to maintain maximum health rather than borderline health, only the amount needed to prevent deficiency diseases. Therefore, the average adult who is not suffering from any specific disorder should obtain more than the RDAs of vitamins and minerals from food sources and/or from supplements.

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'World News' Political Insights: Romney Rises, but No End in Sight for GOP Race ABC News (blog) With no one else able to boast of Romney's financial advantage and campaign infrastructure, precious few opportunities remain for his rivals to gain a foothold that would knock him off course. But this is where delegate math is not Romney's friend, ... Gingrich: There's practically no difference between Obama and Romney ...Fox News No silver lining in housing market as Nevada votesCNN Gingrich had no comment on January jobs figures in morning eventmsnbc.com TIME -Politico -Washington Post (blog) all 7,269 news articles »

'Chronicle' the No. 1 movie after a big viral push Chicago Sun-Times The low-budget movie made $22 million in its opening weekend, according to studio estimates, to edge out Daniel Radcliffe's “The Woman in Black” for the No. 1 spot. In “Chronicle,” a high school loner (Dane DeHaan) obtains an old camera and takes it to ... and more »

AFP

Obama says no Israel decision on Iran attack AFP WASHINGTON — US President Barack Obama said he did not think Israel had made a decision on whether to launch a pre-emptive strike on Iran's nuclear installations, a threat that has rattled the region. Obama -- seeking to reassure Americans over the ... G5+1 in no position to judge Iran's nuclear activities: SalehiIslamic Republic News Agency UN chief: No alternative to dialogue with IranYnetnews Obama: Israel has not decided on attacking IranCBS News BBC News -RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty all 4,755 news articles »

Firstpost

Walls Prove No Barrier to Clashes on Streets of Cairo New York Times CAIRO — The construction of three new walls of heavy concrete blocks surrounding Egypt's Interior Ministry on Sunday failed to stop a fourth night of clashes between security forces and protesters demanding an end to military rule. No rest to unrest: New and old disputes create explosive mix in EgyptRT No end to Egypt clashes, death toll climbs to 12Firstpost Egypt to prosecute Americans, including Sam LaHood, in NGO probeWashington Post all 1,929 news articles »

USA TODAY

Madonna 'guarantees' no Janet Jackson wardrobe malfunction at this year's ... Toronto Star The 20th Century Fox release, Chronicle, featuring a relatively unknown cast of youths who gain telekinetic abilities, debuted as the No. 1 movie with $22 million (all figures US). Sunday studio estimates put Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe's ghost ... Madonna's Super Bowl 'guarantee:' No nudityUSA TODAY Madonna promises 'no wardrobe malfunctions' during Super Bowl showmsnbc.com Madonna & friends romp through Super Bowl halftimeChicago Sun-Times (blog) National Post (blog) -Washington Post all 934 news articles »

Newsday

No definitive favorite in this Super Bowl ESPN (blog) By Jamison Hensley INDIANAPOLIS -- If the pregame predictions are any indication, this will be a very, very closely contested Super Bowl between the New England Patriots and New York Giants. In the SportsNation poll, it's split right down the middle ... TE Gronkowski shows no noticeable limp in warmupsCBSSports.com No setbacks as Rob Gronkowski hits field againBoston Herald Pats' no-huddle designed to disrupt defenseNewsday Los Angeles Times -Washington Post -The Star-Ledger - NJ.com all 8,750 news articles »

USA TODAY

Armstrong faces no charges as investigation is closed Irish Times Although Armstrong no longer faces the prospect of criminal prosecution, Travis T Tygart, the chief executive of the US Anti Doping Agency, said his organisation would continue to investigate him. “Unlike the US Attorney, Usada's job is to protect ... Column: No matter what, Armstrong always winsThe Associated Press Feds: No charges for Armstrong in doping caseCNN Prosecutors close Lance Armstrong inquiry with no chargesUSA TODAY CBSSports.com all 1,553 news articles »

No. 3 UConn Routs No. 13 Rutgers; Baylor and Stanford Also Romp New York Times Stefanie Dolson scored 16 points, Tiffany Hayes had 14 and No. 3 Connecticut beat 13th-ranked Rutgers, 66-34, on Saturday night for its 98th consecutive home victory. The Huskies (21-2, 9-1 Big East) grabbed control with a 17-0 run midway through the ... and more »

MiamiHerald.com (blog)

Manning source: There is no short list MiamiHerald.com (blog) A South Florida newspaper reported earlier this week that Manning had such a short list of team, although it gave no details about what teams are on that list other than the Dolphins. That report followed a Miami Herald report that said Manning owns a ... Irsay again insists he has no problem with ManningBoston.com Peyton Manning says he has no plans to retireWall Street Journal all 4,124 news articles »

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The Four Basic Nutrients

The Four Basic Nutrients

Protein

Protein is essential for growth and development. It provides the body with energy, and is needed for the manufacture of hormones, antibodies, enzymes, and tissues. It also helps maintain the proper acid-alkali balance in the body.

Fats

Although much attention has been focused on the need to reduce dietary fat, the body does need fat. During infancy and childhood, fat is necessary for normal brain development. Throughout life, it is essential to provide energy and support growth. Fat is, in fact, the most concentrated source of energy available to the body. However, after about two years of age, the body requires only small amounts of fat-much less than is provided by the average American diet. Excessive fat intake is a major causative factor in obesity, high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, and colon cancer, and has been linked to a number of other disorders as well.

Vitamins and Minerals

Like water, carbohydrates, protein, and fats, vitamins and minerals are essential to life. They are therefore considered nutrients, and are often referred to as micronutrients simply because they are needed in relatively small amounts compared with the four basic nutrients.

Because vitamins and minerals are so necessary for health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has formulated recommended consumption levels for vitamins called recommended daily allowances (RDAs). But these allowances do not account for the amount needed to maintain maximum health rather than borderline health, only the amount needed to prevent deficiency diseases. Therefore, the average adult who is not suffering from any specific disorder should obtain more than the RDAs of vitamins and minerals from food sources and/or from supplements.

USA TODAY

No. 25 Wisconsin continues win streak, tops No. 17 Indiana USA TODAY Despite going 4-for-17 from three-point range, Wisconsin fell back on its defense to beat No. 17 Indiana 57-50 on Thursday. Ben Brust scored 13 points and Ryan Evans added 12 for the Badgers (17-5, 6-3), who have won their past five games — including ... and more »

USA TODAY

Zeller, No. 8 North Carolina roll past NC State USA TODAY NC State was off to its best start in the league in six years under new coach Mark Gottfried and had lost just once since falling to then-No. 1 Syracuse on Dec. 17. But NC State never threatened to earn its first win against the Tar Heels since 2007 or ... and more »

New York Daily News

No matter what, Tom Brady aims to be better Boston Herald No, Brady's competitiveness is not a secret. As coach Bill Belichick noted, “Even when you win, there are plays that you don't like. Learn from the bad ones, try to build on the good ones, get ready for a new week.” It's just that Brady takes it all so ... Lupica: No quit in CoughlinNew York Daily News Fan Take: New York Giants Are No Underdogs This Time AroundYahoo! Sports No matter how important the game, Belichick strives for consistent approach to ...Washington Post Boston Globe -CBSSports.com -SI.com all 3,305 news articles »

New York Times

Dole: No one likes Newt Gingrich Boston Herald By Hillary Chabot Former presidential candidate and US Sen. Bob Dole aimed a political flamethrower at Newt Gingrich yesterday — calling him “a one-man band who rarely took advice” — signaling high-level Republican-establishment fears as the former ... Santorum: No Money, No Organization, No QuitNPR (blog) Bob Dole hopes Gingrich has no chance to be presidentCBS News Suddenly, Debate No. 19 Means EverythingNew York Times (blog) Washington Post (blog) -Politico (blog) -Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog) all 13,600 news articles »

Boston Globe

Aaron Ward: TT no problem Boston Herald No. But he has the right and he's entitled to offer up his opinion, however it is.” Since skipping the White House trip on Monday and subsequently issuing a statement that said he felt the federal government was “out of control,” Thomas has taken heat ... Thomas A No-Show At White HouseESPN No icing here: Obama pays warm tribute to Boston Bruins for 2011 Stanley Cup ...Washington Post Tim Thomas's White House snub no surprise to BruinsBoston Globe London Free Press -Boston.com -Chicago Sun-Times all 1,856 news articles »

USA TODAY

Memphis Grizzlies show success no fluke USA TODAY The Grizzlies had no fast-break points through three quarters. But led by Tony Allen, a Defensive Player of the Year finalist in 2010-11, they scored 16 on the run in the fourth quarter, when Allen had four of his five steals. and more »

The Sun

Federer no match for Nadal Montreal Gazette "Playing best-of-five outdoors, you normally have more time to do things and to try to find solutions and on the problem that he's causing, no?" Nadal said. As has often been the case, Federer couldn't quite do it, even if he usually comes agonizingly ... No excuses from FedererSky News Australia It's no Djoke – Andy can winThe Sun Federer says no frustration at Nadal jinxAFP Telegraph.co.uk -FOXSports.com all 4,032 news articles »

USA TODAY (blog)

Remembering JoePa: No man leaves an uncomplicated legacy Baltimore Sun (blog) By Chris Korman By the time anyone gets around to asking another person how he or she would like to be remembered, the answer is, almost assuredly, destined to be a footnote. The query makes sense only if that man or woman's legacy is already shrouded ... No shame? Scalpers hawk tickets to Joe Paterno's memorial serviceLos Angeles Times No Answers, Just Cancer -- Paterno's Death Leaves a Confusing PictureHuffington Post After sharp debate, PSU faculty senate takes no action against trustees ...Philadelphia Inquirer SI.com -USA TODAY (blog) -CBS News all 3,776 news articles »

ESPN	No. 8: Steelers WR Hines Ward ESPN I looked from the huddle, and thought, "Oh no." That will always stick with me for the rest of my life. Just the type of player he was. I brought it. I hit him harder than anybody ever and all he did was move his head side to side. and more »

Newsday

No. 16 Indiana falls to No. 25 Wisconsin 57-50 Newsday Click here No. 16 Indiana falls to No. 25 Wisconsin 57-50 Published: January 27, 2012 12:43 AM By The Associated Press CHRIS JENKINS (AP Sports Writer) (AP) -- Suddenly, Indiana's resurgence has hit a major snag. After a 57-50 loss at No. and more »

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