The energy in foods that are classified as macronutrients is measured in terms of calories. A calorie is a unit of energy. The concept of "proportionality" suggests that a certain percentage of the total calories we take in each day should come from each of the three macronutrients. First, name the three macronutrients and give the range within which your intake of each macronutrient should fall?
Briefly explain why maintaining proportionality is important in terms of our nutritional health.
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