Macronutrient is a fancy term referring to the major nutrients that fuel our bodies. All the calories we eat, which provide us with the energy we need to survive, come in the form of a macronutrient. Macronutrients are broken into the following categories: carbohydrates, fat, protein, and water. We need a lot of macronutrients to function everyday.

Besides macronutrients, we also need micronutrients for optimal health. Micronutrients are the vitamins and minerals we need in small quantities.

Achieving a healthy diet is all about eating the right proportion of high-quality macronutrients.

Ideally, your dinner plate should look something like this: