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Carbohydrates Flashcards

1
Q

What is the formula for Carbohydrates?

A

Cn(H2O)n

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2
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Carbs are a major source of what in the body?

A

Energy

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3
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What are the 2 types of carbohydrates?

A

Simple
Complex

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What are the three categories of carbohydrates?

A

Monosaccharides
Disaccharides
Polysaccharides

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5
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What are the three monosaccharides?

A

Glucose
Fructose
Galactose

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6
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What are the 3 disaccharides? (MSL)

A

Maltose ( glucose + glucose)
Sucrose (glucose + fructose)
Lactose (glucose + galactose)

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7
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Polysaccharides are complex - long strings of single sugars. What are the 3 polysaccharides? (Hint: SGC)

A

Starch
Glycogen
Cellulose

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Explain a low carb diet. What is it and what are it’s benefits and risks?

A

Eat little carbs. Body has to turn to fats for energy.

Benefits: Weight loss
Risks: constipation/risk of heart disease/lack of fruit and veggies

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