Nutrient-rich foods are

A) high in calories while providing few nutrients.
B) high in fat calories.
C) rich in vitamins and minerals while providing few calories.
D) from animal-based food sources.

Nutrient-Rich Foods

Foods that contain high levels of vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial substances with relatively few calories.

Vitamins

Organic compounds that are essential in small amounts for maintaining normal metabolism and health.

Minerals

Inorganic substances required by the body in small amounts for a variety of functions, including bone formation and enzyme activation.