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Macronutrients Basics

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Saturated Fats

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Type of fat that is solid at room temperature. High intake can raise the level of cholesterol in the blood.

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Monounsaturated Fats

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One of the healthy fats, which can help reduce bad cholesterol levels in your blood and lower your risk of heart disease and stroke.

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Incomplete Proteins

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Proteins that lack one or more of the essential amino acids that our bodies can't make and need to obtain from our diet.

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Fats

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Provides a concentrated source of energy, helps with nutrient absorption, and is necessary for cell membrane integrity and hormone production.

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Carbohydrates

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Main source of energy for the body, particularly for the brain and during high-intensity exercise. They are broken down into glucose.

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Fiber

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A type of carbohydrate that the body can't digest. It helps regulate the body's use of sugars, helping to keep hunger and blood sugar in check.

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Complete Proteins

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Proteins that contain all nine essential amino acids necessary for the dietary needs of humans.

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Essential Amino Acids

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Amino acids that cannot be made by the body. As a result, they must come from food.

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids

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Polyunsaturated fatty acids that are crucial for brain function and the growth and development of the body. They may also reduce the risk of heart disease.

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Polyunsaturated Fats

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Another type of healthy fat that includes essential fats like omega-3 and omega-6 that your body can't produce on its own.

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Complex Carbohydrates

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Composed of sugar molecules strung together in long, complex chains. They provide a slower and more sustained release of energy than simple carbohydrates.

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Proteins

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Crucial for building and repairing tissues, including muscles. They are made up of amino acids and are essential for enzyme and hormone production.

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Non-essential Amino Acids

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Amino acids that can be made by the body and are not required to be obtained directly through the diet.

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Trans Fats

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Unsaturated fats that have been chemically altered to be solid at room temperature, associated with increased risk of heart disease.

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Simple Carbohydrates

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Quickly absorbed sugars that provide a rapid source of energy but can lead to spikes in blood sugar levels.

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