LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• list the 6 essential nutrients and their food sources

• explain the difference between micronutrients and macronutrients

• provide examples of both micronutrients and macronutrients

• list the key functions of each essential nutrient

TASKS:

• read through the introduction of the "6 essential nutrients" and watch the videos provided below on this page

• read through both the "micronutrients" and "macronutrients" pages and watch the provided videos

• complete the extra textbook reading provided below under "Resources" if you would like additional information

• complete Assignment 2 found under the navigation menu "Assignments" > "Assignment 2" or click here

Defining essential nutrients

Essential nutrients are nutrients that our bodies need for survival, however, the quantity our body produces of these nutrients are not enough to allow us to be healthy. Therefore, we must find other ways to ensure our body receives sufficient amounts of these nutrients. To do so, we must consume foods which contain these nutrients. These six essential nutrients are: protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, minerals, and water. These essential nutrients can be split into two groups: micronutrients and macronutrients.

Now that you've finished watching these two videos and reading through the key functions, read the subtopic pages on "micronutrients" and "macronutrients" found in the navigation bar under "Topics" > "Topic 2" OR click on the underlined words below and you will be redirected to their pages.