<P> The seven major classes of nutrients are carbohydrates , fats , fiber , minerals , proteins , vitamins , and water . These nutrient classes are categorized as either macronutrients or micronutrients ( needed in small quantities ) . The macronutrients are carbohydrates , fats , fiber , proteins , and water . The micronutrients are minerals and vitamins . </P>
<P> The seven major classes of nutrients are carbohydrates , fats , fiber , minerals , proteins , vitamins , and water . These nutrient classes are categorized as either macronutrients or micronutrients ( needed in small quantities ) . The macronutrients are carbohydrates , fats , fiber , proteins , and water . The micronutrients are minerals and vitamins . </P>
nutrients needed in large amounts for the human body are known as
nutrients needed in large amounts for the human body are known as
macronutrients
macronutrients