Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 types of nutrition?
A
Lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins
2
Q
Key features about proteins.
A
Simplest unit is amino acid, enzymes/ catalysts aid on structure.
3
Q
Key features about carbohydrates.
A
Brake down to release energy, monosaccharides.
4
Q
Key features about lipids.
A
Fatty acids and glycerol is their simplest unit. Long term energy storage, used for protection and insulation.
