Carbohydrates

Finish this sentence. Carbohydrates and fiber...

• are full of vitamins and minerals.

• help build muscle.

• are needed for a healthy digestive system.

• do not give us energy.

What are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

• protein

• sugar

• water

• grain

Why does your body need carbohydrates?

• They give you energy.

• They slow your body down.

• They have no benefit for your body.

Carbohydrates are a ​ ​ (a)   ​

• macronutrient
• micronutrient

What are the subcategories of carbohydrates?

• sugars, starches, and fats

• starches, wheat, and oils

• dietary fiber, sugars, and fats

• sugars, starches, and dietary fiber

Where are carbohydrates found? Check ALL that apply.

• fruits

• vegetables

• pasta

• chicken

What are the two types of carbohydrates?

Two examples of complex carbohydrates are ​ (a)   ​ (b)   ​ (drop answers in alphabetical order).

• brown rice
• whole wheat bread
• white rice
• chocolate chip cookie

Two examples of simple carbohydrates are ​ ​ ​​ ​ ​ ​ ​ (a)   ​ and (b)   (drop in alphabetical order)

• chocolate chip cookies
• white rice
• brown rice
• whole wheat bread

What happens to carbohydrates in the body?

• They are easily digested and broken down into glucose.

• They take time for the body to process.

• They turn into maltose particles.