Carbohydrates.

Question 1

What do carbohydrates provide us with?

Answer 1

Carbohydrates provide us with fuel for the energy required for work and to keep us warm.

Question 2

Carbohydrates can be split into two subdivisions, name them.

Answer 2

Carbohydrates can be divided into starch and sugar.

Question 3

Name 5 examples of food with starch.

Answer 3

Starch can be found in potatoes, cereals, bread, flour, and pastries.

Question 4

Name 10 foods with sugar.

Answer 4

Sugar can be found in chocolate, sweets, cakes, pastries, jam, honey, syrup, sugar, fruit and fizzy drink.

Question 5

What is sugar called in particular and why?

Answer 5

Sugar is an empty food, because it provides us with energy but nothing else.

Question 6

What 2 things can sugar cause.

Answer 6

It can cause tooth decay and should be kept to a minimum.

Too much sugar is also thought to cause hyperactivity in children

Question 7

Why should most of our energy come from starch?

Answer 7

• Starchy foods such as potatoes contain other useful nutrients as well, such as vitamins.
• It releases energy at a slower rate.