Eating healthy

Proteins help with growth and repair the body.

Proteins are found in meat, fish, cheese, milk and eggs. you can also find them in soya-bean products, pulses and nuts.

Carbohydrates give the body energy. There are two types of carbohydrate - starch and sugar.

Starch is found in cereals, cornflour, potatoes, pasta and flour.

Sugar is found in fruit, vegetables, milk and malt.

Minerals are needed in small amounts to help the body function properly and stay strong. Calcium and iron are two important minerals

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Iron is needed for red blood cells. Sources of iron include meat, vegetables, eggs and bread.

Calcium is needed for the teeth and bones. Sources of calcium, milk, cheese, eggs, cereals, vegetables and bread.

Minerals are needed in small amounts to help the body function properly and stay strong.Calcium and iron are two important minerals.