CARBS, FATS & PROTEINS POWER POINT

Question 1

Carbohydrates are a major source of ___________________.

Answer 1

Energy

Question 2

Carbohydrates are stored as _____________________ in the liver and muscles.

Answer 2

Glycogen

Question 3

Excess Carbohydrates are converted to __________ _________.

Answer 3

Body Fat

Question 4

What are the elements in Carbohydrates?

Answer 4

Carbon (C)
Hydrogen (H)
Oxygen (O)

Question 5

What is the general elemental formula for carbohydrates?

Answer 5

CH2O

Question 6

What are 4 Classifications of Carbohydrates?

Answer 6

1. Monosaccharides
2. Disaccharides
3. Oligosaccharides
4. Polysaccharides

Question 7

What form of carbohydrate is an energy source for many tissues?

Answer 7

Glucose

Question 8

Carbohydrates (Glucose) are essential for proper functioning of the CNS. What may happen in a hypoglycemic (low blood glucose) state?

Answer 8

SZ (seizures)

Question 9

Carbohydrates are an emergency energy source for what muscle?

Answer 9

Heart Muscle
*Grain free diet is a concern

Question 10

Carbohydrates supply the carbon skeletons for the formation of what?

Answer 10

Non-essential Amino Acids (AAs)