What is Macronutrient?

Nutrient is the substance which required for body to work,survive,grow,repair and reproduce.It is of two types;

• Macronutrients
• Micronutrients 

What is Macronutrient?

Macronutrients are the compounds which we consume in large amounts than others.These are the main energy provider to body for performing different tasks.It also responsible for growth & repair of body.These are mainly of three types;

1. Carbohydrate(Carbs)
2. Protein
3. Fats

Carbohydrates:

Carbohydrates are the fuel to body.

It plays a major role in the body development,immune system and blood clotting.It is of two types;

• Simple carbs
• Complex carbs 

Simple Carbs:

These are the carbs which is digested & absorbed quickly.It provide instant energy to body.Rice,fruits,table sugar,soft drinks,candy are the foods rich in simple carbs.

Complex Carbs:

These are the type of carbs which takes a long time to breakdown.

These are loaded with healthy fibers which slows down the absorption process;so that we get a constant feed of energy for a long period of time.Due to the presence of fiber we feel filled for a long duration.Oats,whole wheat bread,brown rice,sweet potato are loaded with complex carbs.

  

Proteins:

These are the building blocks of body.It provide essential amino acids which can't be biosynthesized by the body.These amino acid are used as precursors to hormones,co-enzymes & cellular repair.Proteins can be found in skin,hair,body organs & muscles.Creation of new muscles and their repair is also done by proteins.Eggs,chicken breast,milk,lentils,soy,fish are the major sources of protein.

Fats:
Fat have very bad reputation in our society,but it's a essential nutrient for body functioning.Excess of carbs and proteins also stored as fat in body. These are mainly of two types;i.e

• Saturated fat
• Unsaturated fat

Saturated fat:

These are the fats in which the fatty acid have all or predominantly single bonds.These are mostly animal fats.These have higher melting point than unsaturated.These have to be consumed in moderation so that it won't harm our body.Fried foods,cream,cheese,butter,whole milk dairy products,pizzas,coconut oil,ghee,fatty meats are belongs to this category.

Unsaturated fats:

These are the fats in which there is at least one double bond within the fatty acid chain.It help to lower the level of total cholesterol,reduce the risk of blocked blood vessels,heart attacks and strokes.

         It contains fatty acids like omega 3 & 6 which are anti-inflammatory and pro-inflammatory respectively.It help the body to absorb fat-soluble vitamins and stores it in the fatty tissue.Vitamin A,D,E & K are the fat-soluble vitamins.Olive oil,different nuts(almond,walnut,peanuts),fatty fish like salmon,cashews are best source of unsaturated fats.