NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

NUTRITION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which nutrient is our body’s MAIN source of energy?
A
Carbohydrates
B
Fats
C
Water
D
Minerals
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Carbohydrates, or carbs, are sugar molecules. Along with proteins and fats, carbohydrates are one of three main nutrients found in foods and drinks. Your body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose. Glucose, or blood sugar, is the main source of energy for your body’s cells, tissues, and organs.

Detailed explanation-2: -Vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk, and milk products are the major food sources of carbohydrates.

Detailed explanation-3: -Humans obtain energy from three classes of fuel molecules: carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. The potential chemical energy of these molecules is transformed into other forms, such as thermal, kinetic, and other chemical forms.

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