Balanced diet

A diet that consists of all the required nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins,
fats,minerals,vitamins,water,fiber in their correct proportions

Importance of balanced diet in human body

Nutrient/Food group Importance

Carbohydrates Provide body with glucose for energy production

For energy storage
For building macromolecules

Proteins Building,maintaining and repairing body tissues

Hair, skin, eyes, muscles and organs are all made from
protein
Structural support of tissues
Chemical messengers

Fats Source of energy in the body,

Protect organs,
Supports cell growth

Minerals Building strong bones and teeth, e.g, calcium for strong bones,
For muscle contraction

Vitamins Help the body to resist infections,

Help in blood clotting,
Improves eyesight

Fibre Help with digestion

Water Regulate body temperature,

Get rid of waste through urine 
Promote bowel movements