Nutrients is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal of human nutrition published semimonthly online by MDPI.

Apr 14, 2025 · Your body needs six essential nutrients — fats, carbs, protein, vitamins, minerals and water — to function. Food and drinks provide essential nutrients.

Oct 14, 2024 · There are six basic nutrients that are necessary to help support your health, even in small amounts. These are protein, carbs, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water.

Sep 1, 2024 · Almost all your nutrients come from foods. Learn more about the six types of nutrients and why you need each.

Nutrients may be organic or inorganic: organic compounds include most compounds containing carbon, while all other chemicals are inorganic. Inorganic nutrients include nutrients such as …

Jun 24, 2025 · The six basic nutrients your body needs are carbohydrates, protein, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. A well-balanced diet with all these nutrients can help you live longer and …

Jul 23, 2025 · Nutrients are organic molecules that are necessary for all organisms to grow, make energy, develop, and reproduce. They are broadly classified into two; macronutrients and …

Jun 9, 2025 · The six main nutrients are ones you have to get from food. Getting them all supports general health and helps manage different conditions. Learn more.

The six classes of nutrients found in foods are carbohydrates, lipids (mostly fats and oils), proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water. Carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins constitute the bulk …

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