Fats Fats are another macro-nutrient. They are essential and have to be provided in the diet. Unlike other macro-nutrients (proteins and carbohydrates), fats contain a higher amount of calories per gram (9 calories per gram).In this post, we’ll undertake an…
In our former blog an in-depth focus on proteins, we asserted the importance of protein intake. Among the associated benefits, was the correlation between protein intake and muscle growth. In this post, we’ll evaluate how much protein one requires to…
Complementary Proteins In our previous post on an in-depth focus on proteins, we mentioned using complementary foods and their essence. We noted that complementing proteins is important as it enables the obtaining of all essential amino acids. In this post,…
Protein deficiency Protein deficiency presents several challenges. Some effects are quite immediate whilst others may take a longer duration. In this post, we’ll assess the impacts inadequate protein intake. What is protein deficiency? Protein deficiency is the intake of proteins…
Excess Protein Intake In our last blog post, we identified that proteins are essential and should be included in the diet. We also looked at their functions, RDAs, and dietary sources. In this post, we’ll evaluate the effects of too…
Proteins Proteins are yet another essential nutrient required in large amounts(macro-nutrients). They serve various functions in the body that are vital to sustaining health. Proteins provide 4 Kilo calories per gram, similar to carbohydrates. Structure The building blocks of proteins…
What happens when you do not get enough carbohydrates, let’s say for a week or a month? What happens when you do not consume carbohydrates at all? How is your health impacted?We’ll focus on the effects of a low or…
Excess Carbohydrate Intake In nutrition, moderation is key even when it comes to healthy nutritious foods. This is because even these healthy foods when consumed in excess or deficiency may pose significant health implications. In our last blog post, you…
Carbohydrates In our previous blog post, we assessed the essential nutrients required by the body. These essential nutrients were classified as either macro-nutrients or micro-nutrients, you identified that carbohydrates are macro-nutrients; meaning they are essential nutrients (have to be included…
Which Nutrients Must We Include in Our Diet? We require essential nutrients for the body to carry out basic functions. Most of the nutrients we require are not produced by our bodies, and have to be obtained from the diet.…
