Lesson 3 - Carbohydrates

Question 1

What are macronutrients

Answer 1

A group of the 3 largest groups of nutrients that are required by the body to function properly, contains proteins, carbohydrates and fats.

Question 2

How many calories do 1g of carbs, fats and protein have

Answer 2

1g of carbohydrates = 4 kcals
1g of fats = 9 kcals
1g of proteins = 4 kcals

Question 3

What are simple carbohydrates

Answer 3

Essentially sugars, formed through single sugar units called monosaccharides or double sugar units called disaccharides, they are easily absorbed providing a quick source of energy

Question 4

What are complex carbohydrates

Answer 4

Longer chains of sugar called polysaccharides. They allow larger quantities of glucose to be stored and also provide a slower realise of energy

Question 5

What does GI stand for

Answer 5

The Glycaemic index, determined by its composition in terms of macro and micronutrients and how it’s cooked

Question 6

What is meant by a high GI food

Answer 6

Can be broken down quickly and causes rapid increases in blood glucose levels

Question 7

What is meant by a low GI food

Answer 7

Broken down slowly and has a gradual increase of blood glucose levels, also helps control appetite and makes you feel full for longer