Macro and Micro Nutrients

The Basis of Health

Nutrition Basics

Nutrients can be divided into 2 categories: macronutrients, and micronutrients.

Macronutrients are those nutrients that the body needs in large amounts. These provide the body with energy (calories).

Micronutrients are those nutrients that the body needs in smaller amounts.

For a more in-depth look at the nutrients we are going to discuss briefly – please visit our FOOD FOR LIFE: Daily Nutrition page for more information on eating and Food For Life: Natural Sources page.

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The Basis of Health Nutrition Basics Nutrients can be divided into 2 categories: macronutrients, and micronutrients. For a more in-depth look at the nutrients we are going to discuss briefly – please visit our FOOD FOR LIFE: Daily Nutrition page for more information on eating and Food For Life: Natural Sources page. Read on….. Disclaimer:

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