There are six main groups of nutrients: vital - Proteins: Proteins are complex molecules made up of smaller items called amino acids. ... - Minerals: Minerals are inorganic compounds present in the food we eat and incorporated into many structures of the body such as bones teeth and blood... Practices that enhance nutritional value are: Combining Foods: The combination of low biological value protein foods ensures the inclusion of essential amino acids that are lacking in one food. ...

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