Carbohydrates in Body

Which carbohydrate is the preferred source of energy for the brain and central nervous system?

• Complex
• Simple
• Glucose
• Glycogen

Carbs are the most important energy source for moderately high to high intensity exercise.

• TRUE
• FALSE

A simple carbohydrate that only has one sugar is know as what?

• disaccharides
• monosaccharides

Which nutrient is your body's most efficient fuel?

• Glucose

• Protein

• Fiber

• Carbohydratets

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What is the function of carbohydrates?

• To give protein

• To prevent disease

• To provide energy

• To make you sleep better

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Your body breaks down carbohydrates into what?

• Glucose

• Protein

• Refined Sugars

• Vitamins

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Another word for complex carbohydrates:

• Protein

• Fiber

• Starches

• Fat

Your body breaks down starches into this:

• Glucose

• Sugar

• Protein

• Fat

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A monosaccharide is a

• carbohydrate
• lipid
• nucleic acid
• protein

Which of the following organic compounds is the main source of energy for living things?

• carbohydrates
• lipids
• nucleic acids
• proteins