Carbohydrates

Question 1

Give 2 monosaccharides

Answer 1

1. glucose
2. fructose

Question 2

Give 2 disaccharides

Answer 2

1. sucrose
2. lactose

Question 3

Give 2 polysaccharides

Answer 3

1. starch
2. cellulose

Question 4

What are intrinsic sugars?

Answer 4

sugars that occur naturally in foods (e.g. fruits)

Question 5

What are extrinsic sugars?

Answer 5

sugars that are added to foods

Question 6

What is the Glycaemic Index?

Answer 6

ranking of carbohydrates on their effects on blood glucose levels

Question 7

3 sources of insoluble fibre

Answer 7

1. whole grain cereals
2. nuts
3. fruits and veg

Question 8

3 sources of soluble fibre

Answer 8

1. oats
2. barley
3. root veg (e.g. carrots)