Carbohydrates Quiz

What are carbohydrates?

• Proteins

• Vitamins

• Sugars

• Fats

What are the types of carbohydrates required in the human body?

• Monosaccharides, Disaccharides, Oligosaccharides

• Proteins, Fats, Fiber

• Polysaccharides, Sugars, Starches

• Vitamins, Minerals, Water

How do carbohydrates function on a low carb diet?

• Improve digestion

• Enhance muscle growth

• Promote weight loss

• Increase energy levels

Write 10 food names which have rich carbohydrate content.

• Bananas, Apples, Oranges, Grapes, Berries, Pineapple, Mango, Watermelon, Kiwi, Papaya

• Broccoli, Spinach, Kale, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, Asparagus, Bell peppers, Zucchini, Celery

• Chicken, Fish, Eggs, Cheese, Nuts, Seeds, Avocado, Tofu, Quinoa, Lentils

• Bread, Rice, Pasta, Potatoes, Oats, Corn, Barley, Buckwheat, Rye, Millet

What is the daily carbohydrate requirement? What are the diseases caused by the deficiency of carbohydrates?

• Daily requirement: 225-325g, Diseases: Weight loss, Cold sensitivity, Vitamin deficiency

• Daily requirement: 50-75g, Diseases: Anemia, Osteoporosis, Hypertension

• Daily requirement: 100-150g, Diseases: Heart disease, Cancer, Diabetes

• Daily requirement: 45-65%, Diseases: Weight gain, Obesity, Type 2 diabetes

Which of the following is a type of simple sugar?

• Potatoes

• Cellulose

• Maltose

• Starch

What is the main source of sugar?

• Chicken

• Milk

• Potatoes

• Broccoli

What is the formula for sucrose?

• NaCl

• C12H22O11

• CO2

• H2O

Which type of sugar is used in icings and confections?

• Confectioners sugar

• Coarse sugar

• Fruit sugar

• Regular sugar

What is the primary function of invert sugar?

• Retard crystallization of sugar

• Enhance muscle growth

• Improve digestion

• Promote weight loss