AQA GCSE Physical Education · 8582
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Revise: Role of nutrients25–30% fat
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GCSE Physical Education · key term
A nutrient that supplies energy and can provide more energy than carbohydrate during low-intensity exercise.
Used by AQA and OCR
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Revise: Role of nutrients25–30% fat
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An energy-rich nutrient that also provides insulation and cushioning around organs.
Revise: Diet and nutritionThere are seven components to know: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals, vitamins, fibre and water. Eating a variety of foods helps provide them because no single food supplies everything the body needs.
When comparing fat with carbohydrate as an exercise fuel, include the qualification that fat provides more energy only at low intensity.
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