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There are six major classes of nutrients found in food: carbohydrates, proteins, lipids (fats and oils), vitamins (both fat-soluble and water-soluble), minerals, and water. These six nutrients can be further categorized into three basic functional groups.
Breakdown of Foods. The nutrients derived from foods can be broken down into three main categories: 1. Carbohydrates 2. Lipids (fats) 3. P roteins. These, along with vitamins, minerals and water are metabolized (broken down) by the body in order to satisfy all of its energy needs.