Nutrition Through the Life Cycle (MindTap Course List)
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To examine: Whether the statement “nutrients are classified into five basic groups: carbohydrates, protein, fats, vitamins, and water” is true or false.
Introduction: Chemical substances that are present in the foods that are consumed by the humans for proper growth, health, and development are called as nutrients and are classified into six groups.
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