Dietary Source Collection

Juicing carrots. The electrical juicer is pulping raw carrots to make a healthy vegetable drink. Carrots are rich in vitamin A (retinol) and also contain some fibre

Citrus fruits. Lemon and lime slices. The juices of citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C, needed for healthy skin and gums

Assorted meats. Chicken (upper right), beef (upper left), minced lamb (centre right) and pork chops (lower left) are all good sources of protein

Pistachio nuts. Roasted, salted pistachio nuts (Pistacia vera) in their shells

Croissants. Flaky crescent-shaped puff pastry, traditionally served for breakfast

Assorted pasta

Selection of fresh fruit and vegetables

Sushi platter

Pasta
Dried pasta ribbons. Pasta is a flour-based food product, and so it contains lots of carbohydrates from the cereal grains ground up to make the flour

Sugary snacks C013 / 4907
Sugary snacks. Processed foods that are high in sugars provide a temporary energy boost. This is less healthy than eating foods containing more complex carbohydrates that take longer to be digested

Junk food C015 / 8198
Junk food. Cheeseburger in a sesame seed bun with salad vegetables, on a plate with chips and ketchup. Additional food includes popcorn, a soft drink, crisps, and sweets

Emmental cheese C015 / 8101
Emmental cheese. The holes in this Swiss cows milk cheese form due to bacterial fermentation gases in ripening. Cheeses are a good source of calcium, but contain high levels of fat

Horseradish roots and grated horseradish C015 / 8089
Horseradish roots and grated horseradish. These are the roots of the horseradish plant (Armoracia rusticana). After harvesting

Charcuterie sausages C015 / 8248
Charcuterie sausages. Assorted selection of cooked, cured and smoked sausages hanging from strings

Sugar types C015 / 8110
Sugar types. The sugar types arrayed here are granulated sugar (piles at left), sugar cubes (pile at centre left), icing sugar (also called powdered sugar, piles at far right)

Gelatin powder and sheets C015 / 8096
Gelatin powder and sheets. Pure gelatin forms clear sheets (left). Colours (right) can be added with dyes or food colourings

Charcuterie sausages C015 / 8199
Charcuterie sausages. Assorted selection of cooked, cured and smoked sausages on a chopping board

Assorted grains and flour C015 / 8085
Assorted grains and flour. These are, from left to right: barley, millet, rye, oat, corn (maize), buckwheat, and wheat

Unpeeled and peeled potatoes C015 / 8166
Unpeeled and peeled potatoes (Solanum tuberosum). Potatoes are a good source of carbohydrate, providing energy in the diet

Hardneck garlic scapes. These leafless stems of the garlic plant (Allium sativum) are edible and used as a vegetable

Scallops C016 / 5812
Scallops on sale in a market. Scallops (family Pectinidae) are marine molluscs. They are a highly prized seafood delicacy, and their meat is a good source of protein and minerals

Bowl of cereal C013 / 4905
Bowl of cereal with fruit next to a computer being used for studying. Cereals, especially those low in sugars and high in fibre, are a healthy breakfast food

Teenage girl eating a sugary snack C013 / 4903
MODEL RELEASED. Teenage girl eating a sugary snack. Processed foods that are high in sugars provide a temporary energy boost

Cumin seed, SEM
Cumin seed. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cross-section through a seed from a cumin plant (Cuminum cyminum)

Teenage girl eating a sugary snack C013 / 4902
MODEL RELEASED. Teenage girl eating a sugary snack. Processed foods that are high in sugars provide a temporary energy boost

Clove flower petal, SEM
Clove flower petal. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cross-section through a clove flower petal. Cloves are the aromatic dried flower buds of the tropical tree Eugenia caryophyllata

Student taking a pill C013 / 4904
MODEL RELEASED. Teenage female student taking a pill. This could be a vitamin pill or an energy pill, the former intended to supplement the diet, the latter to provide a stimulus while studying

Dill seeds, SEM
Dill seeds. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two seeds from a dill plant (Anethum graveolens). The entire plant is very aromatic, with an aroma and taste similar to that of anise

Student eating sugary snacks C013 / 4901
MODEL RELEASED. Teenage female student eating sugary snacks and energy drinks while studying using a laptop computer. Processed foods that are high in sugars provide a temporary energy boost

Student eating cereal C013 / 4899
MODEL RELEASED. Student eating cereal. Teenage girl eating cereal with fruit while studying using written notes and a laptop computer (left)

Teenage girl eating cereal C013 / 4900
MODEL RELEASED. Teenage girl eating cereal. Teenage girl eating cereal with fruit. Cereals, especially those low in sugars and high in fibre, are a healthy breakfast food

Eating a ham sandwich C013 / 4741
MODEL RELEASED. Eating a ham sandwich. Teenage girl eating a sesame-seed bun sandwich containing ham and salad vegetables such as lettuce

Hand holding an opened blue mussel, Mytilus edulis
Blue mussel. Hand holding a blue mussel, Mytilus edulis, whose shells have been prised apart. Mussels are bivalves which means that they have two shells which are hinged on one side

Salad sandwich
MODEL RELEASED. Salad sandwich. Woman about to eat a wholemeal bread salad sandwich filled with sliced tomatoes and cress shoots

Sushi preparation. Sushi is a Japanese meal that is made from strips of raw fish and cold rice

Carving roast chicken

Woman with a glass of milk
MODEL RELEASED. Drink of milk. Woman drinking a glass of milk. Milk is an important part of the diet as it is an excellent source of calcium, which helps build strong bones and teeth

Lecithin granules on a spoon. Lecithin or phosphatidylcholine is a phospholipid found in egg yolks and the plasma membranes of plant and animal cells. The form seen is derived from soya beans

Papaya (Carica papaya). The papaya is also known as the common pawpaw, and is rich in vitamins A and C

Artichoke (Cynara scolymus). Artichokes are a good dietary source of fibre, vitamin C, folic acid and potassium. The edible parts of the plant are the thickened receptacle (heart)

Manchego cheese

Yoghurt. Natural yoghurt in a cup

Healthy snack. Woman carrying a pot of yoghurt and three tangerines (Citrus reticulata). The fruit is a good source of vitamin C

Anasazi beans. These are a variety of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). It is related to the kidney bean, and comes from the south-western area of the USA where it was cultivated by the Anasazi

Jerusalum artichokes (Helianthus tuberosus) on a table. One has been partially peeled, although the vegetable is usually cooked in its skin

Strawberries on a plate. The strawberry (Fragaria sp.) is a false fruit, as the sweet fleshy part develops from the receptacle of the flower rather than from the female parts

Grey mullet (Chelon labrosus) live in coastal waters and estuaries. They are a rich source of vitamin A (necessary for night vision, healthy skin and mucous membranes)

Eggs in their shells in a cardboard container. Eggs are a good dietary source of protein, but also contain high levels of cholesterol

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Dietary Source: Fueling your body with a variety of nutrient-rich foods is essential for a balanced diet. Juicing carrots and indulging in citrus fruits provide an abundance of vitamins and antioxidants. Assorted meats offer protein, while pistachio nuts are packed with healthy fats. Croissants may be delicious, but moderation is key when it comes to pastries. Opt for a selection of fresh fruit and vegetables to boost your fiber intake. Satisfy your sushi cravings with a colorful sushi platter that combines lean proteins and omega-3 fatty acids. Assorted pasta dishes can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a well-rounded meal plan. Don't forget the simple pleasure of a fried egg, providing protein and essential nutrients. However, beware sugary snacks (C013 / 4907) and junk food (C015 / 8198), as they offer little nutritional value and can hinder your health goals.