Write a thorough paper (minimum of one page, 1.5 spacing) regarding nutrition basics. Include references on a separate page in MLA format.

Make sure to include the following prompts with adequate support to receive full credit:

List and discuss how each of the six classes of nutrients contributes to human growth and function.

Discuss some links between diet and chronic disease risk.

Describe Functional Foods: probiotics, prebiotics, and phytochemicals and their potential benefits.

What Functional foods (examples include yogurt, certain vegetables) do you consume on a regular basis?

Describe three aspects of My Plate.

Describe the five food categories on My Plate and what they should contain.

Fill out the attached My Plate Activity worksheet using one typical meal for your day (can be either breakfast, lunch or dinner, depending on what you eat regularly and the most variety of foods) and estimate your serving sizes.

Make sure to complete the worksheet by adding your suggestions to make the meal more compliant with My Plate guidelines. Make sure to attach your worksheet when turning in your assignment.