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Question

(1)list the macronutrients and micronutrients present in the foods. give one food source for each of the nutrient

(2)what do you understand by the protein sparing action of carbohydrates?

Answer 1

I can help with the first question, but not the second, sorry.

Macronutrients and where you can find each one:

1.Carbohydrates- Fruit

2. Lipids (Fats)- Nuts

3. Proteins- Tofu

4. Alcohol

Micronutrients are required in very small amounts. It would be difficult to list them all. Here are a few Micronutrients and where we can find them:

1. Iron- nuts &amp; seeds, beans

2. Selenium- wholegrains

3. Phosphorus- fruit

4. Magnesium- Nuts are great for magnesium

5. Vitamin E- Again, nuts are great for this vitamin

And the list goes on.

We need a combination of macro &amp; micro nutrients every day. We get them from a *varied* diet.

I hope I helped. :)