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: