Carbohydrate Flashcards
(11 cards)
What are the composition of carbohydrates
Carbon (C)
Hydrogen (H)
Oxegen (O)
What do all of the composition of carbohydrates form
Gloucose
What are the classification of carbohydrates
Sugar
Starch
Dietary fibre
Name examples for the source sugar
Honey
Cakes
Table sugar
Jam
Ketchup
Name examples for the source starch
Cereal
Bread
Pasta
Flour
Name examples for the source dietary fibre
Whole meal bread
Fruit
Vegetable
Whole cereal
Function of carbohydrates
Heat and energy
Excess carb are stored as fat
Dietary fibre is vital for the movement of waste through the intestines
Prevents bowl cancer
What is sugar
Sugar is a form of carbohydrates that can be called many different name e.g gloucose,froucose,sucrose and maltose
How to tell if it has hidden sugar in it
They may not taste sweet but are very high in sugar
How to reduce sugar intake
Avoid sweets, cakes and biscuits
Replace junk food with nuts and fresh fruit
Use artificial sweetener
What is dietary fibre
Is also called roughage or cellouse. Fibre is found in unprocessed foods such as whole grain cereals and fresh fruit and vegetables