Digestion of Carbs Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?
To provide energy.
True or False: Carbohydrates are only found in plant-based foods.
False.
What are the two main types of carbohydrates?
Simple carbohydrates and complex carbohydrates.
Fill in the blank: The process of breaking down carbohydrates into glucose is called _____ .
digestion.
Where does carbohydrate digestion begin?
In the mouth.
What enzyme in saliva starts the digestion of carbohydrates?
Amylase.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a complex carbohydrate? A) Glucose B) Sucrose C) Starch D) Fructose
C) Starch.
True or False: All carbohydrates are broken down into glucose before being absorbed.
True.
What is the role of the pancreas in carbohydrate digestion?
It secretes enzymes like amylase to further digest carbohydrates.
Fill in the blank: The small intestine is primarily responsible for the absorption of _____ .
glucose.
What are monosaccharides?
The simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules.
Multiple Choice: Which sugar is known as blood sugar? A) Fructose B) Glucose C) Galactose D) Sucrose
B) Glucose.
What happens to carbohydrates that are not immediately used for energy?
They are stored as glycogen in the liver and muscles.
True or False: Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that the body can digest completely.
False.
What is the primary function of dietary fiber?
To aid in digestion and promote regularity.
Fill in the blank: The liver converts excess glucose into _____ for storage.
glycogen.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of carbohydrates? A) Energy source B) Structural support C) Insulation D) Cell signaling
C) Insulation.
What role do gut bacteria play in carbohydrate digestion?
They help ferment and break down certain carbohydrates, especially fiber.
True or False: Carbohydrates can be converted into fat if consumed in excess.
True.
What is the role of insulin in carbohydrate metabolism?
To help cells absorb glucose from the bloodstream.
Fill in the blank: The end products of carbohydrate digestion are mainly _____ .
monosaccharides.
Multiple Choice: Which carbohydrate is commonly found in fruits? A) Sucrose B) Lactose C) Cellulose D) Starch
A) Sucrose.
What is the significance of the glycemic index?
It measures how quickly foods raise blood glucose levels.
True or False: Simple carbohydrates provide a quick source of energy.
True.
