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Nutrients
earthsoft
Carbohydrate
increases dietary bulk, it produces short chain fatty acids to feed the lining of the digestive tract
Energy
(eg for the brain, muscles) Digestive health - fibre
Protein Regulation of metabolism & Energy
e.g. insulin, thyroxin Tissue building and maintenance
e.g. hair, skin, organs, muscle, antibodies, enzymes, hormones Fat soluble vitamins (A DE K) Organs - Insulation are stored in fat
Fat
& protection
Skin & coat condition
Making earth little softer
Source of essential fatty acids Linoleic acid & Linolenic acid