AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Essential nutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals. Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are all part of a group of essential nutrients called macronutrients. “Macro-” means large, and these are the nutrients humans need in the largest amounts.

Detailed explanation-2: -Protein: a nutrient that is used for energy; it helps to build and repair tissues and organs like muscles and the heart.

Detailed explanation-3: -Macronutrients are eaten in large amounts and include the primary building blocks of your diet-protein, carbohydrates, and fat-which provide your body with energy. Vitamins and minerals are micronutrients, and small doses go a long way.

Detailed explanation-4: -Proteins are needed for the growth and maintenance of our body. Every cell in the human body contains protein. We need protein in our diet to help your body repair cells and make new ones.

Detailed explanation-5: -Protein. Protein is one of the most essential macronutrients for muscle growth and repair because it’s packed with amino acids that your body does and doesn’t produce. That’s why it’s important to have protein post-workout to restore these muscle-building macronutrients.