Which of the following groups consist only of macronutrients?
Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
Nutrients required by the body in large quantities are calld macronutrients. Example, carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Minerals and vitamins are required in minute quantities and are called micronutrients. Example minerals and vitamins. Carbohydrates like rice, potato, and sugarcane provide energy. Proteins like pulses, milk, and eggs provide the body with building material to grow. Fats like ghee, oil, and butter provide energy and help to insulate the body. Minerals such as iron, sodium, calcium, phosphorous, etc. are required for many tasks; from building strong bones to transmitting nerve impulses. Vitamins are needed as they help to support the bones, heal wounds, and bolster your immune system. They also convert food into energy, and repair cellular damage.