Energy Release from Food Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Three primary macronutrient groups
A
Carbohydrates
Fats (lipids)
Proteins
2
Q
What are the subsections of carbohydrates
A
Simple sugars (fruit juice)
Complex sugars (cereal)
3
Q
How is glucose stored?
A
As Glycogen
4
Q
What is the Glycaemic Index (GI)
A
A measure of how quickly glucose is released into the bloodstream
5
Q
What are fats broken down into
A
Free Fatty Acids (FFAs)
6
Q
What is the ‘unhealthy’ type of fats
A
Saturated fats
7
Q
How are fats stored in the body?
A
Triglycerides
8
Q
How is protein stored?
A
It isn’t stored. (Used or excreted)
