1.3 Macronutrients

Question 1

What are macronutrients

Answer 1

nutrients that you need to consume large amounts of in order to eat a balanced diet.

Question 2

what are the 3 macros

Answer 2

carbohydrates
protein
fats

Question 3

what are carbohydrates function

Answer 3

main energy source for the body
provides working muscles with energy - prevents fatigue

Question 4

what are the two types of carb

Answer 4

simple sugars - sugars i.e jam + biscuits
complex starches i.e rice + bread = slower release

Question 5

what percentage of consumed food should be each macro

Answer 5

Carb - 50%
protein - 20%
fat - 30%

Question 6

What are proteins function

Answer 6

amino acids which repairs muscle and provides healthy immune system
important for muscle hypertrophy
include fish eggs pulses nuts
1.2-1.7 g per KG

Question 7

what are fats function

Answer 7

source of energy
saturated i.e butter, cheese cakes
unsaturated i.e oily fish, avocadoes etc
insulation
provide energy and unsaturated reduces heart disease risk