Caloric Values of Macronutrients

This video tutorial explains how to calculate calories from the three macronutrients: fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. It details the caloric values of each macronutrient and provides formulas for calculating calories based on nutrition labels. The video also discusses the importance of serving sizes and how to adjust calorie calculations accordingly. It concludes with a reminder to always check serving sizes and offers additional resources for further learning.

Which macronutrient provides the highest number of calories per gram?

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Fats

• Fiber

How many calories are provided by 13 grams of fat?

• 117 calories

• 52 calories

• 104 calories

• 130 calories

How many calories does protein provide per gram?

• 4 calories

• 2 calories

• 6 calories

• 9 calories

If a protein bar contains 17 grams of protein, how many calories does it provide from protein?

• 68 calories

• 34 calories

• 51 calories

• 85 calories

Which type of carbohydrate is not digestible in the same way as others?

• Regular carbohydrates

• Fiber

• Sugar alcohols

• Starch

How many calories are provided by 5 grams of regular carbohydrates?

• 20 calories

• 10 calories

• 25 calories

• 15 calories

What is the caloric value of soluble fiber per gram?

• 0 calories

• 1 calorie

• 3 calories

• 2 calories

How many calories are provided by 6 grams of sugar alcohols?

• 24 calories

• 18 calories

• 12 calories

• 6 calories

What should you do if the serving size on a label is different from the amount you consume?

• Ignore the serving size

• Multiply the total calories by the number of servings consumed

• Divide the total calories by the number of servings consumed

• Use the calories listed for one serving regardless of the amount consumed

If you eat three pieces of candy and the serving size is two pieces, how do you calculate the total calories?

• Multiply the calories for one serving by 2

• Add the calories for one serving to the calories for half a serving

• Divide the calories for one serving by 1.5

• Multiply the calories for one serving by 1.5