Nutrients Required During Youth Including Carbohydrates, Protein, and Fats (VCE SSCE Health and Human Development): Flashcards
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Macronutrients
Macronutrients
Nutrients needed in large amounts: carbs, protein, fats
Energy per gram of carbohydrates
Energy per gram of carbohydrates
16 kJ per gram
Energy per gram of protein
Energy per gram of protein
17 kJ per gram
Energy per gram of fats
Energy per gram of fats
37 kJ per gram
Body's preferred energy source
Body's preferred energy source
Carbohydrates
Fibre classification
Fibre classification
A type of carbohydrate
Primary function of protein
Primary function of protein
Build, maintain and repair body cells
Number of essential amino acids
Number of essential amino acids
9 amino acids
% of energy from fats
% of energy from fats
25% of total energy requirements
Types of 'good fats'
Types of 'good fats'
Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats