Question

explain how fats and proteins are used to produce energy?

Answer 1

Protein

The proteins are first broken down into amino acids, these amino acids are then combined to form new proteins with specific functions, such as catalyzing chemical reactions, facilitating communication between different cells, or transporting biological molecules from here to there. Proteins are used as an energy source when there is a shortage of fats or carbohydrates.

Fat

Fats typically provide more than half of the body's energy needs. Fats are first broken down into fatty acids, which can travel in the blood and be captured by hungry cells. These fatty acids are then packaged in bundles called triglycerides and stored in fat cells, which have unlimited capacity. These fats bundles are then used as energy source in case of need by body.