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How nutrition works

Metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and protein

Which nutrients contribute to the normal metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and protein.

The body processes carbohydrates, fats and protein with the help of many enzymes that depend on vitamins and minerals. Some nutrients contribute to the normal metabolism of these macronutrients according to EU health claims. Here you find them – with evidence level and sources.

Nutrients & foods

  • Evidence: strong

    Vitamin B6

    • Vitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism. [1][2]

      Authorised EU claim

  • Evidence: strong

    Zinc

    • Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism. [1]

      Authorised EU claim

Sources

  1. 01European Commission · 2012Commission Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 establishing a list of permitted health claims made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and healthOpen source
  2. 02National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary SupplementsVitamin B6 - Health Professional Fact SheetOpen source