Basic nutrition concepts for integrative professionals

Food is a source of energy for growth, development, and repair. It is information that can turn genes on or off and assists in detoxification and metabolism. Poor quality food can create disease in the body, whereas high quality food in the right amounts can prevent or reverse the disease process. Every person requires the following six main nutrients to function optimally. Phytonutrients are included as an additional consideration: Protein: Chains of amino acids responsible for structure and…