Macronutrients Flashcards

1
Q

daily reference intakes

A

carbohydrates: 260g
protein: 50g
fat: 70g total (sat fat = less than 20g)

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2
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essential fatty acids

A

alpha Linoleic acid (omega 3) and Linoleic acid (omega 6)

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3
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saturated or unsaturated fat

A

sat = solid at room temp, derived from animal sources

un sat = liquid at room temp, veg fats

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