What is a nutritious diet?
A nutritious diet provides all that is necessary to keep the body fit and healthy. Food is composed of many nutrients, and these are usually categorized as: Proteins Vitamins Fiber Fats Minerals Water Carbohydrates Put very simply, most nutrients are used to satisfy the body s need for growth and repair (normal wear and tear ), and to supply energy (calories). This series of chemical changes which food undergoes in the body in order to maintain life is known as metabolism. Requirements for growth and repair are relatively high during infancy, childhood and adolescence. In EB, when blistering and loss of body fluids require constant repair work, the metabolic rate (the speed at which metabolism takes place) is higher than normal and this necessitates a greater intake of nutrients. A nutritious diet can be achieved with many different combinations of foods; in fact, the more varied the diet, the more likely it is to contain a good balance of nutrients. How you can provide a nutritious di
