1. Macronutrients
By: Matt Hanley

2. Macros
Carbohydrates
Lipids
Proteins

3. Carbohydrates Functions: Primary energy source for nervous system
Primary energy source for muscle
Protein sparing
Metabolic Primer

4. Carb Facts Should be 45-65% of diet Monosaccharide – basic unit
Disaccharides – two monosaccharides
Polysaccharides – many monosaccharides
4 Kcals per gram

5. Lipids
Functions:
Ideal Fuel
Protection of organs
Insulation

6. Lipid Facts 9 Kcals per gram Made up of Glycerol and fatty acids
Should be between 20-30% of diet

7. Proteins Functions: Enzymes Antibodies Transports molecules
Fluid and acid base balance

8. Protein Fatcs Made up of amino acids
Should consume g per pound of body weight
4 Kcals per gram