MACROnutrients Flashcards
1
Q
Three types of macronutrients
A
carbohydrates, fats, protein
2
Q
1 gram of carbohydrates has __ calories of energy
A
4
3
Q
1 gram of fat has __ calories of energy
A
9
4
Q
1 gram of protein has __ calories of energy
A
4
5
Q
Protein facts _____________, and _________.
A
Tissue repair and maintenance as well as energy.
6
Q
Protein sources ___, _____, _____, ______, _____, _____, _____, _____, _____, _____(only need a few, not all)
A
Turkey, chicken, almonds, cashews, nut butters, trout, perch, shrimp, salmon, eggs
