In 1993 the National Academies’ Food and Nutrition Board held a symposium and public hearing to explore how the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) should be revised. The symposium discussants ...

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Macronutrients and micronutrients describe groups of essential nutrients found in food that play important roles in health. Macronutrients include protein, carbohydrates, and fats, which are nutrients ...

Macronutrients, or “macros,” are nutrients your body needs in large amounts to function optimally. The three main macros are carbohydrates, protein, and fat. Share on Pinterest Nadine Greeff/Stocksy ...

In the long history of recommendations for nutritional intake, current research is trending toward the concept of 'food as medicine' -- a philosophy in which food and nutrition are positioned within ...

In a recent review published in The New England Journal of Medicine, researchers presented modern nutritional ideas, emphasizing calorie and macronutrient intake. Poor dietary intake is a primary ...

The lowdown on carbs, protein, and fat.

The committee was tasked to consider “whether the Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR) is necessary within the expanded Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) framework that includes chronic ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...