macronutrient

noun

mac·ro·nu·tri·ent ˌma-krō-ˈnü-trē-ənt

-ˈnyü-

: a chemical element or substance (such as potassium or protein) that is essential in relatively large amounts to the growth and health of a living organism compare micronutrient

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The other two macros—carbs and fat—are crucial too, but protein earns bonus points for being the most satisfying of all macronutrients and for being a boon for our bodies; inside and out. —

Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024 There's no calorie counting or macronutrient tracking, but the Blue Zone diet encourages mindful eating. —

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Health, 11 Dec. 2024 Be sure to balance macronutrients like fiber, carbohydrates, and fats. —

Desireé Oostland, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024 As fad diets come and go, some macronutrients are made into heroes or villains. —

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