Carbohydrates Flashcards
1
Q
Give an example of carbohydrate
A
Bread, Cereal, oatmeal, potato, beans, eggplant, etc…
2
Q
What does carbohydrate give you
A
Energy in small bursts
3
Q
What is the enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates
A
Amylase
4
Q
where do you get fibre from
A
Whole grain, brown rice, etc…
5
Q
What does fibre do
A
Prevent constipation
6
Q
where do u get starch from
A
Bread, pasta, etc…
7
Q
Where do u get sugar from
A
Cakes, sweets, ice cream, etc…
8
Q
Why do we need starch
A
Keeps us full for a long period of time with out being unhealthy
9
Q
Why do we need sugar
A
Gives us energy, warmth, etc…
