Medicine
Core Concepts in Nutrition
Quick fact
The human body requires over 40 different nutrients daily, but only a few (carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, water) are considered essential because the body cannot produce them.
Why this is interesting
You eat every day, but do you know what your body actually does with that sandwich? The answer lies in just a few core concepts that turn everyday food into the fuel and building blocks for your entire body.