Nutrition 101What are Macronutrients?• Macronutrients are required components of food which supply your body with calories. There are 3 main macronutrients, and together they provide you and your baby with a balanced diet. In the first 5 years of life, when brain development is at its peak, it is important to supply babies and children’s diets with more good fats. 
Listed below are some examples of each macronutrient. Good Fats: • Avocadoes • Raw nuts • Wild Salmon • Olive oil • Coconut oil and milk • Flax seeds and Flax oil • Nut butters (but not peanut butter, because peanuts are actually a legume and this type of fat is highly inflammatory to the body) Wholesome Carbohydrates:
Lean, Quality Protein: |
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