Carbohydrates Review for Exam

Glucose is changed to __________ and stored in the __________, then later is turned back into glucose to be used for _______.

• Glycogen; muscles,energy

• Starch; liver, digestion

• Glycogen; liver, energy

• Insulin; pancreas,absorption

The hormone that brings glucose into cells is ​ (a)   , while​ (b)   signals the liver to turn glycogen back into glucose and released back into the bloodstream.

• insulin
• glucagon
• glucose
• amylase
• glycogen

What does the body split starch chains into in order to be used as energy?

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Glucose

• Glycerol

Which type of fiber does not dissolve in water?

• Insoluble fiber

• Soluble fiber

• Both insoluble and soluble fiber

• Neither type of fiber

Give an example of food that contains soluble fiber.

• Oatmeal

• Wheat bran

• Apples

What is one of the functions of insoluble fiber?

• Lowers blood cholesterol

• Slows the absorption of sugar

• Helps food pass through the digestive system

• Provides a source of energy

What is the goal of the digestion of carbohydrates?

• To absorb proteins

• To produce glucose

• To eliminate waste

• To synthesize vitamins

How does insulin regulate blood glucose?

• By increasing glucose production

• By decreasing blood pressure

• By facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells

• By breaking down amino acids

List 3 negative impacts that too much added sugar can cause on the body (diseases/disorders).

• high cholesterol, obesity, stroke

• dental cavities, lung disease, diabetes

• obesity, nutrient displacement, dental cavities

Name 5 ways to decrease added sugar intake.