There are three categories of macronutrients that our bodies need to create energy. These three categories are:

• Carbohydrates

• Fat

• Protein

None of the above are only "good" or "bad", but rather there are good options for each, and not so good options.

The optimal ratios of each differ from person to person based on their goals, activity level, age, and individual physiology.

It is important to know that most foods have a combination of two or three macronutrients, with some exceptions. All categories are important for good health and balanced hormones.

Here are the breakdown of each: