It plays a role in the regulation of fluids from the body, including water and blood.
Sources of sodium
Table salt
Olives
Fish
Meats such as pork
Cheese
Many processed foods such as tomato sauce, packet soups, canned vegetables, pizza, and pies.
Fibre
Provides a feeling of fullness and initiate regular bowel movements (decreasing the
likelihood of constipation)
Sources of fibre
Bran
Wholemeal bread
Grains and
seeds
Fruit and vegetables (excellent sources include raspberries, apples, bananas, oranges,
potatoes, broccoli, and corn)
Calcium
Sources of calcium
Milk and milk products
Dark green leafy vegetables
Salmon
Fortified foods such as breads and cereals
Required for the building of bone and other hard tissues (such as teeth and cartilage)
Protein
To build, maintain and repair body cells and to produce energy for the body
Sources of protein
eggs, milk, cheese, and other dairy products (except cream)
Beef, chicken and other poultry
Fish and seafood
soy products (tofu and soy milk)
Legumes, nuts, wholegrain cereals, and brown rice.
Water
Sources of water
Watermelon
Apple
Orange
Tomato
Celery
Pineapple
Lettuce
Cucumber
Carrot
To act as a medium for all chemical reactions required to provide energy and as a key
component of many cells, tissues, blood and systems. Can also assist in weight
management.