Nutrition and Food Science - Carbohydrate

Which are chemical elements that make up a carbohydrate molecule?

• oxygen, carbon dioxide, hydrogen

• oxygen, carbon, hydrogen

• water, oxygen, hydrogen

• oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen

Which are of the following are the digestion products of carbohydrates?

• glucose, fructose and maltose

• lactose, fructose and dietary fibre

• sucrose, fructose and galactose

• glucose, fructose and galactose

Examples of complex carbohydrates are................

• sucrose, maltose and lactose.

• glucose, galactose and fructose.

• starch, pectin and cellulose.

• dietary fibre, sugar and cereals.

Examples of food rich in simple carbohydrates are................

• candies and chocolates.

• milk and oats.

• rice and bread.

• potatoes and lettuce.

…………… is a type of soluble carbohydrates that is found in the cell walls of citrus fruits such as lemons.

• Starch

• Pectin

• Dietary fibre

• Cellulose

What is one main benefit of consuming food with low GI values?

• It makes us feel full easily.

• It helps us to lose weight.

• It helps to regulate insulin levels thus preventing high blood pressure.

• It helps to prevent accumulation of cholesterol in the body.

What happens to unused carbohydrates in the body?

• It will be converted into fats and stored in the body.

• It will be excreted out of the body.

• It will stored as sugar in the stomach for later use.

• It will cause tooth decay.

Which activity requires the least amount of energy for the same duration of time?

• Jogging

• Reading

• Swimming

• Weight training

Explain the functions of carbohydrates in the body.

• regulate body temperature

• provide main source of energy

• protect internal organs

• strengthen immunity

Which of the following is a common source of dietary fibre?

• White bread

• Fruits and vegetables

• Processed meats

• Soft drinks