macronutrient

noun

mac·ro·nu·tri·ent | \ ˌma-krō-ˈnü-trē-ənt

, -ˈnyü- \

Definition of macronutrient

: 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

Examples of macronutrient in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Nuts and seeds, nut and seed butters, whole grains, and even pasta all serve up smaller amounts of this crucial macronutrient that can nudge your meal's overall protein content a little higher. — Audrey Bruno, SELF, 17 Jan. 2022 While protein serves to build muscle and help runners recover and repair from exercise, this powerful macronutrient also serves many other functions throughout the body, including supporting the immune system. — Pamela Nisevich Bede, Outside Online, 26 Mar. 2020 What’s the most important macronutrient and micronutrient? — Erica Sweeney, Good Housekeeping, 16 Aug. 2021 The macronutrient, more than fat, drives our purchasing behaviours. — Daniela De Lorenzo, Forbes, 29 June 2021 After all, protein is an important macronutrient that is needed for multiple functions in the body like building and repairing muscles. — Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Good Housekeeping, 10 May 2021 That additional macronutrient also makes your meal more satisfying. — Popsci Commerce Team, Popular Science, 22 Sep. 2020 Summit Fitness moved its brand online: with Zoom classes, online personal training, macronutrient training and even hosted live cooking classes on their private members Facebook live group. — Michael Mccleary, The Indianapolis Star, 9 June 2020 In a survival setting, fish can provide us with critical calories from protein and fat (two macronutrients that are hard to find in spring and summer plant foraging). — Tim Macwelch, Outdoor Life, 26 May 2020

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