Nutrients

Macronutrients

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Micronutrients 

Mineral (nutrient)

• Calcium 
• Phosphorus 
• Potassium 
• Sodium
• Magnesium 
• Sulfur 
• Iron
• Chlorine
• Cobalt
• Copper
• Zinc
• Manganese
• Molybdenum
• Iodine  
• Selenium

Vitamins

• Vitamin A
• Vitamin D
• Vitamin E
• Vitamin K
• B vitamins
• Vitamin C 

Significant nutritional deficiencies cause disease.
In excess, nutrients can cause toxicity. 

 

Deficiency disorders

• Iron-deficiency anaemia