Macronutrients Sources and Uses

This type of nutrient is needed in larger amounts and includes proteins, fats, and carbohydrates

• Carbohydrate

• Micronutrient

• Mineral

• Macronutrient

Nutrients that promote normal growth, give you energy, and keep your skin healthy. There are two types: saturated and unsaturated.

• Fat

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Nutrients

Source of protein that is high in saturated fats and cholesterol:

• nuts
• seeds
• chickpeas
• chicken meat with skin

The primary function of carbohydrate is

• to provide energy.

• growth and maintenance of body tissue.

• to aid in transport & absorption of water-soluble vitamins.

This nutrient helps you tolerate exposure to the cold.

• Carbohydrate
• Protein
• Fats

This nutrient keeps skin, hair, nails healthy.

• Carbohydrate
• Protein
• Fat

This nutrient helps repair body tissues.

• Carbohydrate

• Protein

• Fats

Which of the following is true of saturated fats?

• They are solid at room temperature.

• They lower cholesterol levels.

• They are found mostly in plant-based foods.

• They have 1 double bond.

Select all of the macronutrients

• Fat

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Minerals

• Vitamins

What is an example of a carbohydrate?

• Pasta

• Steak

• Cheese

• Tofu