Understanding Macronutrients in Food
Food and Nutrition
Year 9
11 questions
~22 mins
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This worksheet explores the three main types of macronutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Use your knowledge to answer the following questions.
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Understanding Macronutrients in Food
Subject: Food and NutritionGrade: Year 9
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This worksheet explores the three main types of macronutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Use your knowledge to answer the following questions.
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
1.
Name the three main macronutrients found in food.
[3 marks]2.
Describe two common sources of carbohydrates in a diet.
[4 marks]3.
Explain the role of proteins in the body.
[4 marks]4.
Identify which macronutrient provides the most energy per gram and state how many calories it provides.
[4 marks]5.
List two foods that are high in fats.
[3 marks]6.
Describe how carbohydrates are stored in the body for energy.
[4 marks]7.
Explain why it is important to have a balanced intake of all three macronutrients.
[4 marks]8.
Draw a simple food plate divided into sections to show a balanced meal. Label each section with one of the three macronutrients.
[6 marks]Drawing / Sketch space
9.
Sketch a food item that is high in protein. In your sketch, include annotations describing the protein content.
[6 marks]Drawing / Sketch space
10.
Explain how eating too much fat can affect your health.
[4 marks]11.
Describe one way to ensure you get a healthy balance of macronutrients in your daily diet.
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- 1/2/2026
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- 1/2/2026
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