MACRONUTRIENT SOURCES
Macronutrients are an essential group of nutrients that the body needs in large amounts to survive.
The three main macronutrients, or macros, are carbohydrates, protein, and dietary fat. Most of the body’s energy comes from these macros in the form of calories and apart from providing fuel to power the body’s vital processes, they also provide components that are needed to maintain the body’s structure and functions.
Each type of macronutrient has its own important role in the body and the exact amount that a person requires can vary based on a number of individual factors, such as age, weight, health conditions, activity level, and goals. The foods that are good sources of each are below.
CARBOHYDRATES
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• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Roots
• Tubers
• Mushrooms
• Grains
• Beans
• Legumes
• Refined Flour
• Table Sugar
• Honey
• Syrups
• Candy
• Sugary Drinks
PROTEIN
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• Meat
• Poultry
• Fish
• Seafood
• Dairy
• Eggs
• Grains
• Beans
• Legumes
• Soy
• Nuts
• Seeds
DIETARY FAT
Glossary: calories, dietary fat, goal
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