What nutrients does the human body need every day

We all know that the normal activities of our human body are supplied by the energy stored in our body. These energies are composed of various nutrients, proteins, and various trace elements. Some of the foods we eat in our daily life are rich in substances needed by our body. Only by supplementing these foods can we maintain the normal operation of our life physiological functions. Let’s briefly describe the nutrients that the human body needs every day.

Protein: Each person is provided with 1-1.5 grams per kilogram of body weight, accounting for 12% to 14% of total calories. It is mainly provided by lean meat, eggs, milk, soybeans and soy products. Animal protein should account for one third.

Fat: Each person should provide 1 to 1.2 grams per kilogram of body weight, accounting for 25% to 30% of total calories. Mainly supplied by vegetable oil.

Carbohydrates: 400-500 grams per person per day, accounting for 60% to 65% of total calories. Mainly supplied by cereal plant foods.

Vitamins: Vitamin A and D are 2260 and 400 international units respectively, vitamin B1, B2, B6, and C are 1.5-1.8, 1.2-2.1, and 2.70-75 mg respectively.

Inorganic salts: The main inorganic salts supplied by the human body are: calcium: 600 mg; sodium, potassium, and chlorine are 6.2-3, 0.5 grams respectively; iodine 100-140 micrograms; iron, zinc, phosphorus, and magnesium are 10-12, 12-16, 720-900, and 300-350 mg respectively.

Vitamins and inorganic salts are mainly provided by seafood, fresh vegetables, especially dark green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits, with 400 to 500 grams per person per day.

The above content introduces us to the relevant content of what nutrients the human body needs every day. We must pay great attention to these contents so that we can more effectively supplement the various nutrients lacking in our body, better maintain our body's normal life activities, and help us live and grow better and healthier.