Laying the Foundation for Better Health
Chapter 1 The Basics of Nutrition
Chapter 1 The Basics of Nutrition
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Six Classes of Nutrients<br />
1. Carbohydrates<br />
2. Lipids (includes fat)<br />
3. Proteins<br />
4. Vitamins<br />
5. Minerals<br />
6. Water<br />
Food is a “mixture of nutrients”.<br />
• Eight fluid ounce serving of fat-free milk is about 91%<br />
water by weight. But it also contains carbohydrates,<br />
proteins, vitamins, and minerals.