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Sweitzer71
Sweitzer71 Posts: 7 Member
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Can someone explain macros to me in simple terms???

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  • bbell1985
    bbell1985 Posts: 4,572 Member
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    Food is made up of micro and macronutrients. The macronutrients are carbohydrates at 4 calories per gram, protein at 4 calories per gram, and fat at 9 calories per gram. That's the basic gist. The google machine well help you figure out what each macro is important for.
  • lynn_glenmont
    lynn_glenmont Posts: 10,020 Member
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    Macronutrients are nutrients you need or can use in "macro" (large) amounts, generally measured in grams (carbs and carb subcategories fiber and sugar; fat; protein; and you could include alcohol).

    Micronutrients are nutrients you need or can use in "micro" (small) amounts, generally measured in micrograms or milligrams (vitamins and minerals).

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