what should the diet be for someone who is physically active?

what should the diet be for someone who is physically active?

Answer:

depends on the type, intensity and duration of activity
important for vigorous exercise
male athletes have greater energy needs

how much of energy from a activity comes from proteins?

how much of energy from a activity comes from proteins?

Answer: only about 3-6%

what is the disadvantage of fat and an energy source?

what is the disadvantage of fat and an energy source?

Answer: slow break down

what are advantages of fat as a source of energy?

what are advantages of fat as a source of energy?

Answer:

abundant, even in lean
much more energy per gram

what is used as fuel (the body's energy)?

what is used as fuel (the body's energy)?

Answer: fats (triglycerides) because they support long term activity

what specific carbohydrate is involved in energy for activity after creatine phosphate?

what specific carbohydrate is involved in energy for activity after creatine phosphate?

Answer: Glucose