Macronutrients Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are the body's primary source of energy. They are broken down into glucose, which is used for energy.
It can come from things like rice and wheat, fruits, vegetables, legumes, and sugars.
It consisted of 2 types like simple carbohydrates (sugars) - found in fruits, honey, and processed sugars.
Complex carbohydrates (starches and fiber) - found in whole grains, beans, and vegetables.
Proteins
Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function.
You can get this from things like meat, fish, dairy products, eggs, legumes, nuts, and seeds.
Proteins are made up of amino acids, which are the building blocks. There are 20 different amino acids, nine of which are essential and must be obtained from food. 12 of which are essential proteins and 8 are unessential .
It also consists of 2 types complete and incomplete protein's
Fats
It is essential for energy, absorbing fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K), and providing insulation and protection for organs.
you can get this from things like oils, butter, avocados, fatty fish, nuts, and seeds.
there are 3 types of fates there are :
Saturated fats (found in animal products and some plant oils) - usually solid at room temperature.
Unsaturated fats (found in olive oil, nuts, and fish) - usually liquid at room temperature. These can be further divided into monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.
Trans fats (found in some processed foods) - should be minimized due to negative health impacts.