Carbohydrates Quiz

People who are trying to lose weight should avoid the bulk of a diet rich in fiber

• True

• False

Fiber is the solid material that is needed for a healthy digestive system

• True

• False

A good source of fiber is oat bran

• True

• False

Nearly all carbohydrates come from plants

• True

• False

Complex carbohydrates fill you up more than simple carbohydrates

• True

• False

Glucose is sometimes called blood sugar

• True

• False

Refined sugars have more calories per gram than starchy foods

• True

• False

Glucose is stored in the body as glycogen

• True

• False

A diet that has too little carbohydrates prevents the body from using proteins to build and maintain cell structures.

• True

• False

The monosaccharide found in fruits is

• lactose

• maltose

• glucose

• fructose