Nutrition: Macronutrient Intake, Imbalances, and Interventions

Nutrition profoundly impacts health status across all stages of life, and unhealthy dietary habits represent one of the most important causes of disability and premature death. While an optimal diet is essential for maximizing health and longevity, what constitutes an optimal diet remains controversial. Macronutrient intake is one of the most important aspects of any diet because of its significant and direct influence on energy balance, body composition, and health outcomes.