Sources of Nutrition

There are three macromolecules that the body needs to break down during digestion for sources of nutrients for energy.

These macrocolecules are:

Proteins
Carbohydrates
Fats

Proteins Proteins are found in:

Meats
Milk
Vegetables
Starches
Very very little protein is found in fruits
No protein is found in pure fats

Carbohydrates ааааа Carbohydrates are found in three different forms: monosaccharide, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. Carbohydrates are essential to the body because they are the first substances used for energy.

Carbohydrates are found in:

glucose
fructose
galactose
sucrose
lactose
maltose
plants and dairy products
rice and potatoes

Fats ааааа Fats are found in two different forms. They are:

saturated fats, which are found in a solid state at room temperature
unsaturated fats, which are liquid at room temperature. ааааа
There are two types of unsaturated fats; they are:monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats.

Fats are needed for insulation and protection of your muscles. Altogether, fats should comprise less than 30% of your diet. Back Home Next