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Carbohydrates (Functions (Keeps body warm, Supply energy for activities,…
Carbohydrates
Functions
Keeps body warm
Supply energy for activities
Dietary fiber
Flavor and Sweeteners
Providing energy and regulation of blood glucose
Organic compound containing
Oxygen
Hydrogen
Carbon
Types of Carbohydrates
Sugars
eg. glucose
sweet
soluble in water
Starches
Cereals
Wheat
Rice
Fibre
berries, pears, melon and oranges
Nuts and seeds
Potatoes
Simple and complex carbs
Sugar
Starch
50% of our food energy should come from carbs
needed for energy
Glycaemix Index