Nutrition is simple, enjoyable,
and the way to fuel your body. Nutrition basics start with an understanding of what the body needs
for performance. There are many parts to the nutrition story, but the first steps are with the
three calorie nutrients:
Carbohydrates
Protein
Fat
A healthy eating plan should include 45-60% calories from carbohydrates, 10-35% from protein,
and 25-35% from fat. How much of each nutrient you need varies with your caloric intake. For
more information on each nutrient, click on a link below.
In addition to calories, other nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and, of course, water are important to a healthy body.
Check the nutrition content of all the foods you eat on campus at
Washington University Daily Menus.
Knowing the vitamins and minerals, what they do and how much you need may seem confusing, but
getting the right amount is as simple as "making the right food choices."
