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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As fad diets come and go, some macronutrients are made into heroes or villains. —

Juergen Eckhardt, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024 Carbohydrates are the macronutrients that impact blood sugars the most. —

Jonathan Purtell, Verywell Health, 25 Nov. 2024 Can Lead to Nutritional Deficiencies Frequent cycles of restrictive eating are likely to result in inadequate intake of essential vitamins, minerals, and macronutrients (protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates). —

Lauren Panoff, Mph, Rd, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024 What it’s made of: This powder combines organic rice protein and organic pea protein isolate to deliver an impressive 24 grams of the macronutrient per serving. —

Suzy Forman, SELF, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for macronutrient