A sample seven-day menu has also been included, along with a shopping list, recipes for most foods on the menu and a list of common serving sizes for different foods. Food is made of six important nutrients. Carbohydrate, protein and fat - called macronutrients. Water - Yes, water is a drink, but it is also in most foods. Your body needs water to live, so it is considered a nutrient.
Fruit is a good example of a food that has lots of water in it.
Water is what makes the fruit so juicy. The juicier a food is, the more water it contains. Carbohydrates give you energy and are especially important for fueling your brain. About half of your daily diet should come from carbohydrate. Protein is found mostly in meats and dairy products.