The Role of Carbohydrates in the Diet

Why do we need carbohydrates?

• To keep healthy

• To give us energy

• To keep alive

Carbohydrates are divided into 2...

• Starch and Fibre

• Sugar and Fibre

• Starch and sugar

What happens if you eat more carbohydrates than your body needs?

• Gets stored in the body as fat

• You would have extra energy.

Which of the following food are starchy carbohydrates?

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Construction workers and athletes need to have more carbohydrates. Why?

• They do not use a lot of energy

• They use a lot of energy.

When choosing starchy foods we should choose the wholegrain variety because they are high in fibre.

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• False

Fibre is important because...

• It fills you up

• Prevents constipation

• Gives you energy

Which food are high in fibre?

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You can have more fibre by...

• Eating white pasta and white rice

• Adding vegetables to your school lunch

• Having a fruit as a snack

• Choosing wholemeal instead of white bread

We need to avoid sugary foods. Why?

• They can cause tooth decay.

• They make you feel tired.

• A person can get overweight/obese.