Understanding Macronutrients

What are the three types of macronutrients?

• Amino acids, fatty acids, and glucose

• Fiber, sugar, and starch

• Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats

• Vitamins, minerals, and water

How many calories per gram do carbohydrates and proteins each provide?

• 2 calories per gram

• 7 calories per gram

• 9 calories per gram

• 4 calories per gram

What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

• To insulate the body

• To act as a source of energy

• To build and repair tissues

• To produce hormones

What percentage of a diet is recommended to be carbohydrates?

• 10 to 35 percent

• 30 to 50 percent

• 45 to 65 percent

• 20 to 35 percent

Which of the following is a quality source of carbohydrates?

• Whole grains

• Soda

• Candy

• White bread

What is the role of enzymes made from proteins?

• To absorb vitamins

• To insulate the body

• To act as catalysts in metabolic processes

• To provide energy

What is the function of transport proteins?

• To provide energy

• To absorb shock from impacts

• To enable nutrients to reach the right tissues

• To protect organs

How much protein is recommended daily for most individuals?

• 50 to 175 grams

• 200 to 700 calories

• Both A and B

• None of the above

Which of the following is a function of protein?

• Insulating the body

• Providing energy

• Absorbing vitamins

• Speeding up metabolic processes

What is the caloric content of fat per gram?

• 9 calories

• 4 calories

• 2 calories

• 7 calories