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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What to Know About Blood Glucose Levels Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are one of the three macronutrients (along with protein and fat) that the body uses as fuel.
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Elizabeth Woolley, Verywell Health, 15 Apr. 2024
At the chemical level, energy metabolism begins when the three macronutrients – carbohydrates, fats and protein – are broken down atom by atom to release electrons from chemical bonds.
—Travis Nemkov, Discover Magazine, 11 Apr. 2024
Restrictive diets are a way of eating that reduces calories to below someone’s energy needs and/or limits the macronutrients or food groups a person eats, said Jennifer Rollin, founder of The Eating Disorder Center in Rockville, Maryland.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN, 2 Apr. 2024
The primary or macronutrients that are essential for plant growth are nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (NPK).
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Feb. 2024
Opting for a protein-dense cooking liquid rather than water is one quick way to increase the macronutrient without really changing its flavor or how it’s prepped.
—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 1 Apr. 2024
Each macronutrient is measured in grams, but the calories per gram aren't the same.
—Brierley Horton, Ms, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2024
There are three macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein, and fat.
—Brierley Horton, Ms, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2024
Fats are macronutrients, or nutrients your body needs in large amounts.
—Selene Yeager, Health, 24 Feb. 2024
Elizabeth Woolley, Verywell Health, 15 Apr. 2024
At the chemical level, energy metabolism begins when the three macronutrients – carbohydrates, fats and protein – are broken down atom by atom to release electrons from chemical bonds.
—Travis Nemkov, Discover Magazine, 11 Apr. 2024
Restrictive diets are a way of eating that reduces calories to below someone’s energy needs and/or limits the macronutrients or food groups a person eats, said Jennifer Rollin, founder of The Eating Disorder Center in Rockville, Maryland.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN, 2 Apr. 2024
The primary or macronutrients that are essential for plant growth are nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (NPK).
—Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Feb. 2024
Opting for a protein-dense cooking liquid rather than water is one quick way to increase the macronutrient without really changing its flavor or how it’s prepped.
—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 1 Apr. 2024
Each macronutrient is measured in grams, but the calories per gram aren't the same.
—Brierley Horton, Ms, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2024
There are three macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein, and fat.
—Brierley Horton, Ms, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2024
Fats are macronutrients, or nutrients your body needs in large amounts.
—Selene Yeager, Health, 24 Feb. 2024
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macronutrient
noun
mac·ro·nu·tri·ent
-ˈn(y)ü-trē-ənt
: a substance (as a protein, carbohydrate, or fat) required in relatively large quantities for growth, energy, and health compare micronutrient
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