Nutrition Basics - How Foods Fight Cancer

It is remarkably easy to get enough protein. A variety of grains, legumes,
and vegetables can provide all of the essential amino acids our bodies require.

Let us define the basic terms nutrition experts use in planning healthpromoting

diets. What do we mean when we talk about carbohydrate,

protein, and fat? What are they for, and how much (or

how little) of each should we be getting each day?

Good nutrition means getting these nutrients, along with fiber, vitamins,

and minerals, not only in the right amounts, but also in the right

form. This chapter will help you understand the basics of the macronutrients

(carbohydrate, protein, and fat) and fiber—why we need them, and

what the most healthful choices are.