Nutrition (Macromolecules) Unit 2 (SA)

• Carbohydrates purpose, and 2 food examples?


  Purpose: the structure and formation of nutrients and provides glucose which turns to energy to support body functions.

  Foods: carrots, apple
• Lipids purpose, 2 food examples?


  Purpose: fats that help control what goes in and out of cells, energy storehouse. Certain lipids/fats aid with body function

  Foods: avocados, nuts, bacon
• Proteins purpose, 2 food examples?

  Purpose:Determine how cells function, supply energy and control speed of chemical reactions.help with muscle growth and repair/maintain muscle tissue

  Food examples: beef, fish & seafood, dairy products