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Glossary · Nutrients
Macronutrient
The three nutrients the body needs in large quantities: protein, carbohydrates, and fat. Each provides energy (calories) and structural building blocks. Children need all three; restrictive diets that eliminate one (e.g. low-fat for under-2s) can stall growth.
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Miriel uses this concept across food scans, meal plans, and AI Coach responses where it is relevant to a child's profile. For the underlying clinical and scientific basis, see the research page.