The Role of Macronutrients in Your Diet

Macronutrients are the three nutrients the body needs in large quantities; they’re carbohydrates, protein and fats, each with a unique biological role and specific importance for maintaining energy and health.

Carbohydrates:

 Function: Carbohydrates are important because they are the body’s main source of energy, used in daily work and life.

​​Types and Sources: Simple carbohydrates include sugars and complex carbohydrates consist of starches and fibres. Sources include fruits, vegetables, grains and legumes. Generally, it’s recommended to stick to complex carbs to maintain energy throughout the day.

Proteins:

 Function: Builds and repairs tissues, including enzymes, hormones and other body chemicals – and immune function.

 Dietary sources: Complete proteins, which contain all nine essential amino acids, are found in animal foods such as meat, fish and dairy products, as well as in beans, nuts and tofu. 

Fats:

 Function: We need fats as a source of energy storage, padding for the more delicate organs, and for the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. They’re also essential for brain function.

 Types: eat unsaturated fats, like the oils from nuts, seeds and avocados. Saturated fats, especially from animal products, should be eaten in moderation and trans fats are to be avoided.

Conclusion:

 By balancing macro-nutrients is possibile to create an healthy diet. Learning the function of each of them and the source of each meal will help humans to create balanced meals according to his nutrition requirement and life style.