Carbohydrates Review

What is the major source of energy in your diet?

• Proteins

• Fats

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

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How many of your daily calories should come from complex carbohydrates?

• 1/4

• 1/2

• 3/4

• All your calories

Carbohydrates come mainly from what source?

• Water

• Animal

• Plant

• Fish

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Fiber does not break down in your body?

• True

• False

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Excess carbohydrates in your body are __________?

• Eliminated through waste

• Stored in your fat cells

• Broken down and converted to proteins

• Stored in your liver

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An example of a complex carbohydrate is ___________?

• Apple

• Pear

• Plum

• Potato

M & M candy is an example of what type of carbohydrate?

• Simple Carbohydrate

• Complex Carbohydrate

• Fiber

Which below are saccharides found in carbohydrates?

• Monosaccharides

• Disaccharides

• Polysaccharides

• All are saccharides found in carbs

Disaccharides and Polysaccharides must first be broken down in the body before they can be used for energy?

• TRUE

• FALSE

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What stimulates your intestines to help your body rid of waste?

• Simple Carbs

• Complex Carbs

• Fiber

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