Macro Coach Certification FREE Macro Coach Macronutrient Science Fundamentals Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which macronutrient provides 4 calories per gram AND is the primary building block for muscle repair?

Accepted Answer

Protein

Answer

Protein provides 4 kcal/g and supplies amino acids essential for muscle protein synthesis and repair.

Question 2

What is the primary storage form of carbohydrates in the human body?

Accepted Answer

Glycogen

Answer

Glycogen is the storage form of carbohydrates found in the liver and skeletal muscle.

Question 3

A client consumes 200g protein, 250g carbohydrates, and 70g fat daily. What is their total daily caloric intake?

Accepted Answer

2,210 kcal

Answer

(200×4) + (250×4) + (70×9) = 800 + 1000 + 630 = 2,430 kcal — closest answer is 2,210; correct calculation: 800+1000+630=2,430, so the correct answer here is 2,450 kcal.

Question 4

Which type of fatty acid is typically solid at room temperature and found primarily in animal products?

Accepted Answer

Saturated fatty acid

Answer

Saturated fatty acids have no double bonds, making them solid at room temperature and abundant in animal-based foods.

Question 5

In the context of macronutrient coaching, what does the term 'nitrogen balance' primarily assess?

Accepted Answer

Protein metabolism and muscle gain/loss

Answer

Nitrogen balance compares nitrogen intake (from protein) to nitrogen excretion to determine if the body is gaining, maintaining, or losing protein mass.

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Macro Coach Certification FREE Macro Coach Macronutrient Science Fundamentals Questions and Answers 2