General
micros
What does micros mean?
Short for micronutrients, the vitamins and minerals such as iron and calcium the body needs in small amounts.
"People obsess over macros but forget their micros from veg."
Origin
Clipping of 'micronutrients'.
Frequently asked questions
What are micros in nutrition?
Micros is short for micronutrients, the vitamins and minerals such as iron and calcium the body needs in small amounts.
What's the difference between macros and micros?
Macros are protein, carbs and fat, needed in large amounts for energy, while micros are the vitamins and minerals needed in tiny amounts.
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