Healthy aging with nutrition

Kelompok 4
Nama Kelompok :
Desy Rianita Tarigan (18120080)
Dina Rozanah (18120117)
Sonia Elma Allicia (18120135)
Yoca Aprillia (18120141)
Rerina Corputty (18120143)
 Essential nutrients are
components in food that your
body can’t make on its own

There are six classes of essential

nutrients. Carbohydrates are the main
source of calories. Fats also give us
energy and help with normal growth
and development and more. Proteins
Are major structural components of
our bodies’ cells, and are responsible
for building and repair of tissues, and
maintenance of muscle and lean body
mass
 13 essential vitamins which have
important jobs such as keeping jobs

Minerals are only needed in small amounts but

play a vital role in muscle contraction,fluid
balance, food digestion,bone building, blood
pressure regulation, and more.
Water is also an essential nutrient that delivers
other nutrients to cells, regulates the body
temperature, acts as a shock absorber and
lubricant, and helps in the removal of waste
from the body
 Bioactives are a big part of nutrition research
and scientist they may positively impact health
like carotenoids as powerful antioxidants. and
help prevent some types of cancer and heart
disease, reduce the risk of eye disease, and
enhance the immune system and more

Resveratrol is another bioactive found in the skin of

grapes that may reduce the risk of heart disease,
Flavanols positively influence our cardiovascular
health, and the fitosterol is a compound in a plant
that can lower cholesterol
 As you age ,you may need more
vitamin d and calcium for bone
health, more B12 for brain and blood
health, and more fiber for a healthy
digestive system. Some people may
also need more water as their sense
of thirst declines.

Some people with deficiencies , certain diseases and conditions, or

with evolving nutritional needs at different stages of life, may
consider dietary supplements to add missing nutrition to their diets.
 The food and drug administration that
regulates the safety and effectiveness of
drugs and medical devices, also
regulates dietary supplements. But
supplements are not regulated as trictly
as drugs, because they have been
considered to be more like food than
drugs.

When choosing a supplements talk to your

health care, about all the prescription and
OTC. They cam advise you on their safety ,
as well as how they might interact with
medications
Thank you