Fats
This type of fat is solid at room temperature, such as butter
Saturated fat
This is the smallest unit of a carbohydrate, which is then absorbed into our bloodstream once digested
Glucose
These are the building blocks of proteins
Amino acids
This is the body’s preferred source of energy
Carbohydrates
These fats typically come from plant sources
Unsaturated
Name of the sugar found in dairy products
Lactose (glucose + galactose)
These types of proteins come mostly from animal sources of protein and contain all essential amino acids
Complete
Walnuts contain what type of fats
Unsaturated/polyunsaturated (Omega-3)
This type of fat is now banned in our food supply and monitored by the FDA
Trans fat
These carbohydrates are made up of 1-2 units of sugar and can be quickly absorbed
Simple
This protein is abundant in our tissues, such as hair, skin, and nails
Collagen (or Keratin)
Dairy is considered what type of carbohydrate
Simple
Fats are an integral part of this structure in a cell
Cell membrane
These carbohydrates are made up of a long string of glucose molecules and provide slower absorbing energy
Complex
This protein carries oxygen in our blood
Hemoglobin
This macronutrient supports the immune system by creating antibodies
Protein
A type of essential fatty acid that is found in fatty fish, such as salmon
Omega-3s
The percentage of energy recommended to come from carbohydrates in one’s diet
45-50%
The percentage of energy recommended to come from protein in one’s diet
10-35%
The percentage of total energy recommended to come from fats in one’s diet
20-35%