Nutrients, Digestion, and Everyday Food Choices

Define digestion as the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food.

Classify carbohydrates, proteins, and fats as macronutrients and vitamins and minerals as micronutrients.

Distinguish energy-yielding macronutrients from water and micronutrients that provide no Calories.

Recall that carbohydrate and protein provide 4 Calories per gram and fat provides 9 Calories per gram.

Calculate the Calories supplied by specified grams of carbohydrate, protein, and fat.

Describe how digestion of carbohydrate supplies glucose that cells can use to produce ATP.

Sort common foods into the five MyPlate food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy.

Distinguish satiety after a meal from satiation during a meal.