Macronutrients reviews the three main macronutrients—protein, carbohydrates, and fat—which are needed in relatively large amounts relative to other types of nutrients. This module reviews each macronutrient’s distinct structure, function, and digestion in the human body, and discusses how they can be used in a functional nutrition plan to support human health.
At the end of this module, participants will be able to:
- Develop an understanding of the three main macronutrients in human nutrition and their importance in human physiology.
- Investigate the health consequences of sufficient and insufficient amounts of each macronutrient.
- Understand the key steps in the digestion of each of the three macronutrients.
- Explore in-depth examples of foods rich in each of the three macronutrients.
