Macronutrients are compounds found in food that are used by the body to make energy. The three macronutrients are carbohydrates (4 kcal/gram), protein (4 kcal/gram), and fats (9 kcal/gram). When it comes to weight loss, overall calorie consumption is more important than dietary macronutrient composition. In general, a person must consume a 500 kcal/day deficit Read more »
Exercise
Q & A: How many minutes of exercise do we really need each week?
Question: How many minutes of exercise per week does the American Heart Association (AHA) recommend? Answer: The AHA recommends most people get 30 minutes of moderate-intensity (55%-70% HR max) exercise at least five days a week, or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity (> 70% HR max) exercise at least 3 days a week. A Read more »