Table of Contents
- 1 What food molecule gives you energy?
- 2 Which of these food molecules would your body for energy first?
- 3 What macronutrient provides the most energy?
- 4 What food molecule would you eat if you wanted to build your cell membranes?
- 5 What should you eat before you workout?
- 6 What foods can macronutrients be found in?
What food molecule gives you energy?
Carbohydrates, or carbs, are sugar molecules. Along with proteins and fats, carbohydrates are one of three main nutrients found in foods and drinks. Your body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose. Glucose, or blood sugar, is the main source of energy for your body’s cells, tissues, and organs.
Which of these food molecules would your body for energy first?
The correct answer is Carbohydrate, Protein, and Lipid. Carbohydrate- The main source of energy for the body is carbohydrate.
What macromolecule would you eat to get a quick burst of energy?
Simple carbs (simple sugars) are found in most candy and sweet drinks, fruit, vegetables, and milk. They are quickly digested and give a short burst of energy.
What macromolecule would you want to eat before starting a workout to provide immediate energy?
Importance of Carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are a major class of biological macromolecules that are an essential part of our diet and provide energy to the body.
What macronutrient provides the most energy?
Carbohydrates, in the form of starches and sugars, are the macronutrients required in the largest amounts. When eaten and broken down, carbohydrates provide the major source of energy to fuel our daily activities. It is recommended that carbohydrates should supply 45–65% of our total daily energy needs.
What food molecule would you eat if you wanted to build your cell membranes?
Macromolecules
| Macromolecule | Building blocks (monomers) | What it does for your body |
|---|---|---|
| Carbohydrates | Simple sugars (glucose) | Energy! |
| Protein | Amino acids | Enzymes! Build and repair tissues |
| Lipids | Fatty acids | Energy storage, cell membrane, make hormones |
| Nucleic acids | Nucleotides | Storage and transfer of genetic info |
What would you eat if you haven’t eaten in days?
Stick to bland foods like crackers, toast, potatoes, noodles, and rice. Try eating very small meals, 6-8 a day. You may be able to tolerate foods that contain a lot of water, like frozen pops, Jell-O, and broth-based soups.
Which food molecules would you eat if?
Unit 2: The Chemistry of Life
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which food molecule (carbohydrate, lipid, protein, nucleic acid) would you eat if you wanted to grow strong nails? | protein |
| Which food molecule (carbohydrate, lipid, protein, nucleic acid) would you eat if you haven’t eat in days? | carbohydrate |
What should you eat before you workout?
Ideally, fuel up two hours before you exercise by:
- Hydrating with water.
- Eating healthy carbohydrates such as whole-grain cereals (with low-fat or skim milk), whole-wheat toast, low-fat or fat-free yogurt, whole grain pasta, brown rice, fruits and vegetables.
What foods can macronutrients be found in?
Macronutrients are the main nutrients that make up the foods we eat. There are three, and you’ve probably heard of them before: Carbohydrates….They are found in:
- Meat fat.
- Butter.
- Full-fat dairy products.
- Coconut oil and products.
- Peanut oil, palm oil and cottonseed oil.
- Our occasional foods such as chips, biscuits and cake.