Carbs and grains

Question 1

What is the function of a carbohydrate

Answer 1

The body’s primary source of energy and the brains preferred energy source

Question 2

What is another name for a simple carbohydrate

Answer 2

Sugars or simple sugars

Question 3

What is another name for a complex carbohydrate

Answer 3

polysaccharides

Question 4

What kinds of foods have an abundance of simple carbohydrates

Answer 4

candy, sugary drinks, syrups table sugar, fruit juice concentrate, baked goods, or some cereals.

Question 5

What kinds of foods have an abundance of complex carbohydrates

Answer 5

whole wheat bread, whole grain pasta, brown rice, and starchy vegetables like corn and peas.

Question 6

Which type of carbohydrates gives longer-lasting energy

Answer 6

Complex carbohydrates

Question 7

What is fiber and its function

Answer 7

Fiber is made up of the indigestible parts or compounds of plants, to keep the digestive system healthy

Question 8

What is a whole grain

Answer 8

Hearty options for a healthier diet

Question 9

What is a refined grain?

Answer 9

they are missing one or more of their three key parts (bran, germ, or endosperm)

Question 10

What does enriched mean

Answer 10

having added nutrients