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Laying the Foundation for Better Health

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.

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