Macronutrients
GeneralProtein, Carbohydrates, and Fats
The three primary nutrients the body needs in large amounts for energy and function — protein (4 kcal/g), carbohydrates (4 kcal/g), and fats (9 kcal/g) — tracked as 'macros' in nutrition planning.
Written by Anurag Rath · Reviewed by the thecalcu.com team · Last updated June 22, 2026
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