Question 4. Vitamins and minerals are (a) protective food (b) energy giving food (c) body building food (d) roughage Answer
Carbohydrates are the nutrients most frequently used as an energy source (containing 4kcal per gram), as they are fast-acting and turn into energy as soon as they are ingested. This energy powers the brain and body. The energy that powers the brain and body is generated when carbohydrates are broken down.
