What do you mean by macro and micro nutrients ?
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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.
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Nutrients:
Nutrients are chemical substances that are necessary for all living organisms' cells, tissues, and organs to function properly.
Macro-nutrients :
- Plant-based nutrients are required in significant quantities because our bodies cannot create them on their own.
- These macronutrients provide energy and sustain the body's various metabolic systems, as well as its growth and development.
- Fats, proteins, carbs, vitamins, and minerals are all macronutrients.
Micro-nutrients :
- Plant-based nutrients are required in very small amounts and are primarily responsible for the repair of damaged cells and tissues,
- As well as the prevention of infectious diseases by combating disease-causing organisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
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