Carbohydrates Flashcard

Front

Define carbohydrates:

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Mainly sugars and starches, together constituting one of the three principal types of nutrients used as energy sources (calories) by the body.

Front

Which of the following foods is identified as a carbohydrate? Fish, Broccoli, Bread, Calcium

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Bread

Front

Which of the following foods is identified as a carbohydrate? Steak, Tomatoes, Sodium, Pasta

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Pasta

Front

Which of the following foods is identified as a carbohydrate? Rice, Carrots, Apple juice, Pork chop

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Rice

Front

Which carbohydrates consist of natural sugars, refined sugar products and added sugars?

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Simple carbohydrates

Front

Which carbohydrates consist of whole grains, refined grains, cereal products, dried beans, rice and pasta?

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Complex carbohydrates

Front

___________ grains should be limited in the diet.

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Refined

Front

___________ is a type of complex carbohydrate.

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Fiber

Front

The primary function of carbohydrates is to:

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Provide energy

Front

What nutrient does BRAN provide?

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Fiber