| Category |
Benefit |
| Protein |
Tissues undergoing repair and those that are growing need protein to builds
and rebuild organs, muscles, antibodies, hormones and enzymes - every kind
of cell in the body |
| Carbohydrate |
Primary source of energy. There are 2 types; Complex Carbohydrate, otherwise
know as starches, that provide slow, constant energy; Simple Carbohydrates,
that provide quick energy, unsustained energy. |
| Fat |
Provides energy; build healthy cells; provides the structural components
of cell membranes in the brain including myelin, enabling the brain the
carry messages faster; helps absorb fat-soluble vitamins A,D,E&K; help
regulate the production of hormones; provide for healthier skin. |
| Fiber |
There are 2 types of fiber, Soluble (acts like a sponge absorbing water
in the intestines) and Insoluble (acts like a broom cleaing out intestines).
Fiber promotes regularity (insoluble), steadies blood sugar levels by lessening
ups and downs of insulin secretion (soluble), slows fat absorption (weight
control), reduces cholesterol (soluble), reduces cancer risk (insoluble) |
| Sodium |
Helps maintain proper fluid balance in the cells |
| Vitamin A |
Promotes healthy vision, skin and teeth and boosts immune system |
| Vitamin B1 |
Helps cells convert sugar to energy especially high-energy utilizing cells
in heart and brain |
| Riboflavin |
Like B1, helps convert carbohydrates to energy. Also essential for red
blood cell production |
| Niacin |
Like B1 and B2, helps convert sugars to energy especially in the digestive
and nervous systems |
| Vitamin B6 |
Helps cells assemble amino acids into protein parts. Also needed to help
cells convert proteins to energy in case extra energy is needed. Also boosts
immune system. Important for reproductive hormone balance. |
| Folate |
Aids in the production of DNA, the blueprint for cell reproduction. Also
necessary in red-cell production. Used in important detoxification functions. |
| Vitamin B12 |
Helps insulate and protect nerves. Also necessary in red-cell production |
| Vitamin C |
Builds strong connective tissue that stablizes muscles and bones; antioxidant;
enhances iron absorption; promotes wound healing; boosts immune system |
| Vitamin D |
Promotes absorption of calcium and phosphorous for stong bones and teeth. |
| Vitamin E |
Strong antioxidant |
| Magnesium |
Aids in protein synthesis, muscle relaxation and energy release. Also
aids in calcium metabolism. Supports hormonal balance and healthy elimination. |
| Potassium |
Aids in the transmission of nerve impulses from nerves to cells; acts
as a catalyst in carbohydrate and protein metabolism. Works with Sodium
to maintain fluid balance in cells |
| Iron |
Necessary to make hemoglobin, the substance that carries oxygen through
your blood to all cells in the body. Also, neurotransmitters that carry
messages from one nerve to another in the brain require iron to function
properly. |
| Zinc |
Increases the production of white blood cells that fight infection. Important
for all kinds of growth, healthy tissue and wound healing. Aids in the metabolism
of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Contributes to healthy reproduction
in men and women. |
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