Macronutrients and Micronutrients nutrition and the body
Macronutrients: Carbohydrates, Fat, Protein
Carbohydrates, fat, protein, and alcohol are the only nutrients that contain calories. Alcohol is not considered a macronutrient because it is not necessary for health. Macronutrients are needed in large quantities as they provide the body with energy.
Micronutrients: Vitamins, Minerals
Vitamins and minerals are needed in smaller amounts, but they play an important role in metabolism, tissue function, and prevention of sickness and disease.
Macronutrients and Micronutrients broken down
MyPlate offers a good recommendation of a healthy meal including both Macronutrients and Micronutrients
"Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food."