2 Macronutrients

• Food Technology
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Why are we studying macronutrients

They are needed in larger amounts to help keep the body healthy.

Learning outcome: to know what macronutrients are, where to find them and their function in the body.

Extension activity

Watch one of these 3 videos:

Protein: https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/design-technology-science-biology-ks3-the-science-behind-protein/zhwc8xs

Extension - carbohydrates

https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/the-science-behind-carbohydrates/zvxw2sg

Extension: fats

https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/design-technology-science-biology-ks3-the-science-behind-fat/zm4vrj6

Extension - now do...

Make an iMovie or PowerPoint about your chosen macronutrient. Use your own words and do not copy from the video!