Nutrients Required During Youth Including Carbohydrates, Protein, and Fats (VCE SSCE Health and Human Development): Quizzes
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How much energy does fat provide per gram?
How much energy does fat provide per gram?
37 kJ
What is the body's preferred energy source?
What is the body's preferred energy source?
Carbohydrates
How many essential amino acids must be consumed through food?
How many essential amino acids must be consumed through food?
9
What percentage of total energy intake should come from fats?
What percentage of total energy intake should come from fats?
25%
Which benefit does fibre NOT provide?
Which benefit does fibre NOT provide?
Increases glucose absorption speed
What is the primary function of protein during youth?
What is the primary function of protein during youth?
Build & repair body cells
Which type of protein contains all essential amino acids?
Which type of protein contains all essential amino acids?
Complete proteins
Which are considered 'good fats'?
Which are considered 'good fats'?
Monounsaturated & polyunsaturated
What happens to excess glucose from carbohydrates?
What happens to excess glucose from carbohydrates?
Stored as adipose tissue
What are the two categories of polyunsaturated fats?
What are the two categories of polyunsaturated fats?
Omega-3 & omega-6