Carbohydrates Flashcards
What are carbohydrates split into?
Sugars
Starch
Nsp( non starch polysaccharide) (fibre)
Name 4 functions of carbohydrates in the diet
Provides energy for physical activity Provides energy for growth Provides dietary fibre Flavours food Fills us up quicker
Name the 2 types if complex carbohydrates
Nsp
Starch
What does intrinsic sugars mean?
Sugars that are found naturally in fruit and vegetables
What are extrinsic sugars?
Sugars that are added eg those in cakes and sweets
Why is sugar called an empty nutrient?
Because it only provides quick energy and nothing else
What is excess carbohydrates stored as?
Fat
Where are complex carbohydrates found?
Bread
Rice
Potatoes
Cereals
What are complex carbohydrates broken down Into?
Simple sugars
How do carbohydrates help you to lose weight?
Because they make you feel full as they add bulk to the diet so you don’t need to eat as much. However the excess is stored as fat
What does nsp stand for?
Non starch polysaccharide
What is the function if dietary fibre in the diet?
To prevent constipation
Prevents bowel problems
Lowers cholesterol
Absorbs moisture and adds bulk to the diet and keeps farces soft
Where is fibre found?
Oats
Wholemeal bread
Vegetables
Fruit
