Derval O'Rourke: The three macronutrients — and my recipe for healthy seedy crackers
Derval O'Rourke: "Let’s chat about the three main macronutrients, these are fats, carbohydrates and protein."
As an athlete, I was very aware of the power that food has. I had to be. In order to properly fuel my body, I needed to know and understand how different foods affected my ability to train, recover and compete.
Food science can seem like a complex and confusing subject. I was very fortunate as an athlete to work with really qualified experts and these days I spend time working with experts about food. This week I will share a baseline understanding of the three macronutrients that our bodies need in large amounts in order to function well. My recipe of the week is delicious seedy crackers (the perfect accompaniment to my hummus last week).
