HUMAN NUTRITION

Detailed explanation-1: -Carbohydrates, fat and protein are called macronutrients. They are the nutrients you use in the largest amounts.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are three types of fat: trans fat, saturated fat, and unsaturated fat. Trans fat should be cut out of the diet. Most trans fat comes from hydrogenating or adding hydrogen molecules to unsaturated fats.

Detailed explanation-3: -The “big 3” macronutrients (macros) are fats, carbohydrates and protein. When eaten in the right ratios, these three macronutrients can improve your weight, health and overall physical well-being. In general, most adults should target their diets to comprise of 45-65% Carbohydrates, 10-35% Protein and 20-35% Fat.