Protein and fat

• Protein is a macronutrient
• What are the chains that proteins are formed from?

  amino acids
• What is protein used for in the body?

  growth, repair maintenance and a secondary energy source
• Proteins from plant sources have low biological value
• Animal protein have high biological value
• Fat is a macronutrient
• Fat is made up of fatty acids and glycerol
• What are the two types of fatty Acids?

  saturated and unsaturated fats
• Fat provides protection to the major organs in the body
• Saturated fats can increase the cholesteral level
• unsaturated fats can help to reduce cholesterol levels