Intro To Macronutrients Flashcards

1
Q

What do we eat for?

A

Strength, Speed, and Power

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2
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What is the definition of Macronutrients?

A

To provide the body with energy needed to maintain its structure and functions

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3
Q

What is an example of a carb?

A

Bread, fruit, rice, pasta

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4
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What is an example of a Protein?

A

Chicken, Pork, Fish, Steak and ground beef.

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5
Q

What is an example of healthy fats?

A

Avocado and avocado oil, olive oil

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6
Q

What is a whole food

A

Food that are closest to their natural state ; minimally processed

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7
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What is an example of a carb and protein

A

Beans and Legumes

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8
Q

What is an example of a protein and a healthy fat?

A

Salmon, Cheese, milk and eggs

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9
Q

Muscles respond by taking up the nutrients they need so they can what?

A

Grow

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10
Q

There are high demands placed on your muscles through what?

A

Strength training

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11
Q

If you work hard in the weight room/turf and you supply your body with correct nutrients you will what

A

Develop muscle

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12
Q

Calories are the measurement of what?

A

Macronutrients

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13
Q

More processed foods =

A

Less calorie efficient

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14
Q

Everything eaten in excess is stored as what?

A

Fat

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