Introduction

This study session describes about the basic concepts of food and nutrition. Human nutrition is the study of how food affects the health and survival of human body. Human being requires food to grow, reproduce and maintain good health. Without food, our body could not stay warm, build or repair tissues or maintain homeostasis. Eating the right food can help us avoid certain diseases or recover faster when illness occurs.

In this study session you will learn the components of food and principles of nutrition, nutrient and balanced diet that will help you get the knowledge during the promotion of nutrition at the level of the community.