How nutrition works
Body functions and how nutrients and foods relate to them.
Which nutrients contribute to which body functions? Here you find effects with evidence ratings and sources.
How nutrition works
Muscle function
The normal function of muscles – from contraction to relaxation.
Energy metabolism
How the body obtains energy from food.
Nervous system
The normal functioning of the nervous system.
Bowel regularity
Stool frequency and consistency – and what influences them.
Blood pressure
How diet, minerals and salt can influence blood pressure.
Body weight
What studies show about the link between diet and body weight.
Glycaemic control
How diet can influence blood glucose after eating.
Psychological function
Which nutrients contribute to normal psychological function.
Tiredness and fatigue
Which nutrients contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Electrolyte balance
How nutrients contribute to a normal electrolyte balance.
Fluid balance
What role minerals play in how the body distributes fluid.
Bone health
Which nutrients contribute to the maintenance of normal bones.
Dental health
Which nutrients contribute to the maintenance of normal teeth.
Protein synthesis
Which nutrients contribute to normal protein synthesis.
Cell division
Which nutrients are involved in normal cell division.
Immune system
Which nutrients contribute to the normal function of the immune system.
Homocysteine metabolism
Which nutrients contribute to normal homocysteine metabolism.
Red blood cell formation
Which nutrients contribute to normal red blood cell formation.
Hormonal activity
Which nutrients contribute to the regulation of hormonal activity.
Blood cholesterol
How diet and fibre can influence blood cholesterol levels.
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