Carbs

Question 1

What are ‘Carbohydrates’?

Answer 1

• The main energy source for the body which there are two categories of

Question 2

What are the two categories of carbohydrates?

Answer 2

• Simple

- Complex

Question 3

Where are these two types found?

Answer 3

• Simple are found in foods such as milk, fruit and sugar

- Complex are found in foods such as bread, pasta, potatoes, rice

Question 4

How are Carbohydrates stored?

Answer 4

• As glycogen in the liver and muscles

Question 5

What can glycogen be used for?

Answer 5

• To provide energy during exercise

Question 6

What is ‘Carbohydrate loading’?

Answer 6

• A way of preparing yourself for a particular event or competition in order to increase your energy levels