Macro Nutrients

What are the three macronutrients?

• Protein, Fibre, Fat

• Fat, Minerals, Carbohydrates

• Carbohydrates, Minerals, Protein

• Carbohydrates, Fats, Protein

What is the function of protein?

• For growth, repair and maintenance of body cells and tissues

• To provide the body with fat soluble vitamins

• To give the body an insulating layer

Select an animal source of protein.

• Lentils

• Beans

• Chicken

• Cashews

What is the function of fat?

• For growth, repair and maintenance of body cells and tissues

• As a source of fibre in the diet

• To give us energy

Fat provides us with a source of fat soluble vitamins, what are they?

• A,D,E & K

• B1, D & E

• A, C & E

Which of the following statements is true?

• Unsaturated fats come from plant sources and are much better for us than saturated fat.

• Saturated fat comes from animal sources and is much better for us than unsaturated fat.

• Unsaturated fat comes from plant sources.

Which of the following statements is true with regard to protein complementation?

• Protein complementation is when we eat two plant sources of protein in the same meal in order to obtain all the essential amino acids.

• Protein complementation is when we eat animal sources of protein.

• Protein complementation is when we eat an animal and plant source of protein together.

What is the function of carbohydrate?

• To provide us with energy.

• To give our bodies an insulating layer in order to maintain body temperature.

• To protect our vital organs.

Which of the following best describes the effect that simple sugars (carbohydrates) have on blood sugar levels?

• They raise blood sugar levels quickly

• They raise blood sugar levels slowly over a long period of time

• They have no impact on blood sugar levels

Which of the following is a list of sources of carbohydrates?

• Fish, Pasta, Lentils

• Bread, Rice, Pasta, Onion

• Rice, Pasta, Bread, Potatoes