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Bambu ® Instant
Aromatic fruit and grain coffee with extracts of chicory, grains, sun-ripened figs and acorns
Essential Nutrients: What the Body Needs Every Day
Every day, the body needs a variety of nutrients to function properly, build cells, provide energy, and maintain vital bodily functions. The most important nutrients include carbohydrates, protein, fats, vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, and water.
Ideally, a balanced diet provides these nutrients through natural foods that have been processed as little as possible. What matters most is not a single nutrient, but the interplay of many different components.
What are nutrients?
Nutrients are components of our food that the body needs for energy, growth, regeneration, and regulation. They can be broadly classified into macronutrients and micronutrients.
Macronutrients They provide energy and are needed in large quantities. These include carbohydrates, protein, and fats.
Micronutrients They do not provide energy, but are essential for numerous bodily functions. These include vitamins, minerals, and trace elements.
In addition, dietary fiber, phytochemicals, and water play an important role in a balanced diet.
Carbohydrates: Energy for the Body and Brain
Carbohydrates are an important source of energy. The body can convert them into glucose, which is especially important for the brain, muscles, and nerves.
Not all carbohydrates are the same. Complex carbohydrates from foods that are as natural as possible are particularly beneficial. In addition to energy, they also provide dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Good sources include:
- Whole-grain products
- Potatoes
- Legumes
- Vegetables
- Fruits
- Oatmeal
- Brown Rice
- Quinoa
While heavily sweetened products, white-flour pastries, and sugary drinks provide quick energy, they often contain few other nutrients.
