Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates have several functions in the body, including:

• providing energy, storing energy, building macromolecules, and sparing protein and fat for other uses.

• only providing energy and storing energy.

• only building macromolecules and sparing protein and fat for other uses.

• none of the above.

Identify the main sources of carbohydrates: sugars (simple) and starches (complex).

• Sugars and fibers

• Sugars and proteins

• Sugars and starches

• Starches and fibers

What type of energy does starch provide to the body?

• Starch provides carbohydrates, which are a source of energy for the body.

• Starch provides proteins, which are a source of energy for the body.

• Starch provides fats, which are a source of energy for the body.

• Starch provides vitamins, which are a source of energy for the body.

Which of the following are significant sources of sugar carbohydrates?

• Fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, and legumes

• Meat, fish, eggs, nuts, and seeds

• Water, tea, coffee, and herbal drinks

• Oils, butter, margarine, and lard

Which of the following is a significant source of starch carbohydrates?

• Rice

• Chicken

• Olive Oil

• Eggs

• Fish

Write down FOUR examples of starchy foods that are also high in fibre.

• Potatoes, brown rice, oats, and lentils

• White bread, pasta, rice, and cornflakes

• Cake, cookies, pastries, and white rice

• Candy, chocolate, ice cream, and soda

Intrinsic sugars are found ________ and include the sugars found in dried, intact fresh, frozen and cooked fruit. The sugar found in milk (lactose) is also included in this group. Intrinsic sugars will not increase the risk of tooth decay.

• inside the cellular structure of food

• outside the cellular structure of food

• in processed foods

• in artificial sweeteners

Free sugars should contribute no more than 5% of dietary energy because:

• they provide essential nutrients.

• they are linked to obesity and dental caries.

• they are the main source of dietary fiber.

• they help in muscle building.

Free sugars are considered harmful because they:

• are naturally occurring in fruits and vegetables.

• are added to foods and drinks and can lead to health issues.

• are essential for a balanced diet.

• do not affect blood sugar levels.

Write down EIGHT different terms for sugar that might be included on an ingredients list of a food label.

• cane sugar, honey, molasses, syrup, corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, sucrose, glucose, maltose.

• cane sugar, honey, salt, pepper, corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, sucrose.

• cane sugar, honey, molasses, syrup, corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, salt, pepper.

• cane sugar, honey, molasses, syrup, corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, sucrose, water.