Difference between micronutrients and mac ronutrients

Micronutrients

Macronutrients

These are nutrients that are required in very small amounts by the body.

Macronutrients are required in very large amounts for the body to function properly.

These help to prevent diseases and nurture growth and repair of the body.

These provide the energy that aids the body’s metabolism.

Micronutrients are found in a variety of foods, including vegetables, spinach, fruits and even eggs.

These are present in large quantities in potatoes, nuts, fish oils, fish, milk, cheese, meat and rice.

Some examples of micronutrients include minerals such as calcium and iron, antioxidants and vitamins such as vitamin B-6.

Examples of macronutrients include proteins, carbohydrates (starch) and lipids (fats).

Micronutrients are also known as trace elements.

Macronutrients are also referred to as major elements.

Too much consumption of micronutrients, such as vitamins, can cause nerve and liver damage.

Too much consumption of macronutrients can lead to several heart diseases, obesity, increase of blood sugar levels and diabetes.

The deficiency of these nutrients can lead to diseases like goitre, anaemia and rickets.

The deficiency of macronutrients can lead to diseases like marasmus and bone disease.