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The six essential elements that the body needs to survive are carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus and sulfur. It is easy to remember it as CHNOPS. This list is in the order of percentages needed.

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Carbohydrates

Fats

Proteins

Vitamins

Minerals

Water

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Carbs, Protein, Fat, Vitamins, Minerals, Water

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The human body needs far more than six nutrients. Just do a Google search of required vitamins minerals, amino acids, fats and other nutrients needed.

The list is quite long.

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Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins, Vitamins, Minerals, Water

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