The “big 3” macronutrients (macros) are fats, carbohydrates and protein. When eaten in the right ratios, these three macronutrients can improve your weight, health and overall physical well-being.
Why can carbohydrates, proteins, and fats all be classified as organic molecules? Socratic.
Terms in this set (8) Proteins, nucleic acids, lipids and carbohydrates all have certain characteristics in common. What are the common characteristics? They all contain the element carbon. They contain simpler units that are linked together making larger molecules.