Nutrients in Food- water & NSP

Question 1

Why is water intake important?

Answer 1

-carries nurtients, oxygen and carbon dioxide around the body.
-helps regulate body temp
-helps excrete waste products
-hydrates body
-lubricates joints
-prevents constipation

Question 2

why is the intake of Non-starchy polysaccharides/ dietary fibre important?

Answer 2

-helps digestive system to function
-may prevent various bowel disorders (constipation, bowel cancer, hemorrhoids)
-maintains energy balance and reduces obesity