For the best body function you must eat the right combination of nutrients. One of the most important of these, different to some popular diets, is carbohydrates. The

Protein is another important nutrient for your body; they help your body make and repair muscle. They also function in the making of hormones. The two main protein sources are animal and vegetable.

Your body must have a level of fat going in! Fats are classified in two categories, saturated and unsaturated. Saturated fat is bad and puts you at risk of health problems. Unsaturated fat is healthier, but if it is ‘refined’, it can become saturated fat.

Vitamins are on the list of required nutrients as well. Vitamins perform different jobs in the body and work with your body's ‘metabolism’ to add to energy levels. Many studies have proven that certain vitamins can also stop illnesses called antioxidants, which assist with the prevention of ‘coronary artery disease’ by helping to stop plaque build up on artery walls.

Your body needs minerals which are used in many different body processes. Chlorine is for digestion, calcium and phosphorus are needed for strong bones and healthy teeth.

 You have to eat food as close to their natural state as possible and avoid too much animal protein. Eat at least 5 bits of fruit and veg daily and drink a 8 glasses of water every day.

A balanced diet is a diet that has enough amounts of all the basic nutrients vital for healthy growth.

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