Nutrition and wellness

NUTRITION &WELLNESS

Food Pyramid

FIBER• normalizes bowel movements • can reduce your risk for diverticulitis

(inflammation of the intestine), gallstones, and kidney stones.

• high-fiber diet may help to lower gastric acid and ulcers.

• Fiber can help to lower blood pressure.• Prevent heart diseases.• can lower your risk for type 2 diabetes.• Prevent cancer• Skin Health• Weight loss

WATER• It could aid weight loss.• It helps endurance athletes fight fatigue.• It can improve mood.• It may help keep us alert.• It protects our joints and cartilage.• Soaking in a warm bath or shower may make us feel less lonely.• It helps us think more clearly.

Diseases caused

by Malnutrition

Lack of Carbohydrates

1.Hypoglycemia2.Weight Gain3.Ketosis

Lack of Proteins

1.Marasmus 2. Kwashiorkor

Lack of Fats

1. Depression2. Possible Vitamin

Deficiency

Lack of Vitamins & Minerals

1. SCURVY

2. RICKETS

Lack of Vitamins & Minerals

3. BERIBERI

4. PELLAGRA