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There are 6 essential nutrients that are the basic requirement for proper functioning of Human body. Consumption of food rich with these nutrients in balance is primary requirement to maintain a healthy body. The importance of nutrients is much more than what is described. Carbohydrate: They fuel the body to work and are the source of energy Sources: Rice, Wheat grains, Vegetables Vitamins: They are major contributors for immunity that wards of disease Source: Fruits, vegetables, soy milk, meat Proteins : Muscles, skin, hair,hormones and much more vital substances are made up of proteins Sources: Egg, fish, meat, soy, nuts Essential Fats: Fats supports other nutrients and unsaturated fat are prime contributors of essential fatty acids Source: Nuts, oils from seeds and vegetables, fish, milk Minerals: They support the body and some examples are calcium, zinc, iron etc., Source: Lentils, Mushrooms, milk, yogurt Water : Majorit...

Going to a restaurant shouldn't be your excuse to eat unhealthy foods. Follow these tips and not only you will enjoy your meal more, but you'll also feel satisfied and happy when you're done. Check the menu before you leave home: Most of the restaurants post their menus on their websites. You can decide before ordering the food and if you don’t see anything that’s healthy, pick another restaurant. Order a salad before ordering anything else on the menu: Eat raw salads and avoid the cheesy, oily dressings. Beware of the low-carb options:   These days many restaurants have jumped on the low-carbohydrate foods, offering numerous low-carb options on their menu. But low-carb doesn’t mean low-calories. Skip the carbonated drinks: They include sugary additions that only add calories. So say bye-bye to cola or other exotic mixed drinks. Skip the dessert:   You can always have a small piece of chocolate at home. That is much better health-wise than the Triple Chocolate...