Macronutrients Flashcards
1
Q
daily reference intakes
A
carbohydrates: 260g
protein: 50g
fat: 70g total (sat fat = less than 20g)
2
Q
essential fatty acids
A
alpha Linoleic acid (omega 3) and Linoleic acid (omega 6)
3
Q
saturated or unsaturated fat
A
sat = solid at room temp, derived from animal sources
un sat = liquid at room temp, veg fats