PAPER SOLUTION NO.09 – FEBRUARY-2018 l.Elaborate on: (1×15=15)1.What are macronutrients? Discuss the digestion, absorption and utilization of carbohydrates in detail 1️⃣ Macronutrients are nutrients required by the body in large quantities (grams per day) to provide energy, build body tissues, and regulate physiological functions. 2️⃣ They are termed “macro” because they are needed in bulk amounts compared to micronutrients (like vitamins and minerals). 3️⃣ The three primary macronutrients include: 🥖