Carbohydrates #2

The role of carbohydrates is

• to promote growth

• to supply energy for the body's functions

• form your cells

• protect your nerves

Honey is an example of

• simple carbs.

• complex carbs.

• fibers.

• sugars

Daily carbohydrates intake should be

• 40% - 65%

• 45% - 60%

• 45% - 65%

• 40% - 60%

Simple carbs provide

• fast energy release.

• slow energy release.

Fibers are nutrients.

• True

• False

All types of sugar are converted into _______ inside the body.

What happens to the glycogen if it is not used?

• turns into glucose

• gives energy

• the body stores it as fats

Answer explanation

Glycogen will be stores as fats.

Check all that applies to fiber

• Not a nutrient

• may reduce the risk of colon cancer and help prevent heart disease

• they are nutrients

• Can't be digested by the body

• prevents constipation

Answer explanation

It's necessary for the proper functioning of the digestive system.

A high-fiber diet:

1. Helps prevent constipation

2. May reduce the risk of colon cancer

3. may help prevent heart disease

Starch is one of the main types of complex carbohydrates.

• True

• False

An example of manufactured or refind carbs is

• pizza.

• vegetables.

• whole grains.