Macronutrients Flashcards

1
Q

Protein is broke down to

A

Amino acids

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2
Q

Carbs are broke down to

A

Glucose

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3
Q

Fats (lipids ) are broke down to

A

Fatty acids and glycerol

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4
Q

Name a food source for protein

A

Meat

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5
Q

Name a food source for carbs

A

Grains fruit and veg

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6
Q

Name a food source for fats ( lipids )

A

Oils nuts and butters

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7
Q

Function of protein

A

Growth and repair

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8
Q

Function of carbs

A

Give us energy

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9
Q

Functions of fats ( lipids )

A

Gives us energy . Vitamin absorption , insulation and hormone production

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10
Q

In what form are macronutrients stored in body

A

Protein not stored
Carbs - stored in muscles
Fats - tissue under the skin - visceral and around organs

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