Carbohydrates Flashcards

1
Q

Give 2 monosaccharides

A
  1. glucose
  2. fructose
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2
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Give 2 disaccharides

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  1. sucrose
  2. lactose
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3
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Give 2 polysaccharides

A
  1. starch
  2. cellulose
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4
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What are intrinsic sugars?

A

sugars that occur naturally in foods (e.g. fruits)

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5
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What are extrinsic sugars?

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sugars that are added to foods

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6
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What is the Glycaemic Index?

A

ranking of carbohydrates on their effects on blood glucose levels

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7
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3 sources of insoluble fibre

A
  1. whole grain cereals
  2. nuts
  3. fruits and veg
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8
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3 sources of soluble fibre

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  1. oats
  2. barley
  3. root veg (e.g. carrots)
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