Carbohydrates Flashcards
1
Q
Give 2 monosaccharides
A
- glucose
- fructose
2
Q
Give 2 disaccharides
A
- sucrose
- lactose
3
Q
Give 2 polysaccharides
A
- starch
- cellulose
4
Q
What are intrinsic sugars?
A
sugars that occur naturally in foods (e.g. fruits)
5
Q
What are extrinsic sugars?
A
sugars that are added to foods
6
Q
What is the Glycaemic Index?
A
ranking of carbohydrates on their effects on blood glucose levels
7
Q
3 sources of insoluble fibre
A
- whole grain cereals
- nuts
- fruits and veg
8
Q
3 sources of soluble fibre
A
- oats
- barley
- root veg (e.g. carrots)