EBK NUTRITION
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ISBN: 9780357390672
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Publisher: CENGAGE CO
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Chapter 1, Problem 5SC
Summary Introduction
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The carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are well known as energy-yielding nutrients. They are referred to as macronutrients because they are consumed in the diet in large amounts. Carbohydrates restrain around 4 calories per gram and are generally obtained from whole grains, fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy products and sweets and processed foods.
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