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Macronutrient Food Balance
Macronutrients in Review:
• Carbohydrates: oPrimary sources of energy for your body
Macronutrients in Review:
• Protein: oNutrients needed for growth and repair of cells, as well as other functions
Macronutrients in Review:
• Fats: Nutrients used for energy, nerve function, and other functions
Percentage of food from
Macronutrients chart:
Males & Females
Total Carbs Total Protein Total Fat
Age % of Diet % of Diet % of Diet
1-3 years 45-65%
5-20%
30-40%
4-18 years 45-56%
10-30%
25-35%
19 years + 45-65%
10-35%
20-35%
Calorie Counting:
•Calorie – A unit of energy from food.
Calorie Counting:• 1 g of Protein = _____Calories
• 1 g of Carbohydrates = _____Calories
• 1 g of Fat = _____Calories
Calorie Counting:
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