carbs

• What are the main sources of carbohydrates?

  Sugars and starches
• What is one function of carbohydrates in the diet?

  Provide quick release short lasting energy
• What happens to protein when carbohydrates are deficient?

  Protein is used as an energy provider
• What is a consequence of severe carbohydrate deficiency?

  Severe weakness due to muscle breakdown
• How does a lack of carbohydrates affect energy levels?

  It leads to tiredness and fatigue
• What can happen to body weight with insufficient carbohydrates?

  Gradual weight loss occurs
• What is a potential effect of excess carbohydrate intake?

  Tooth decay from processed sugars
• How do intrinsic sugars compare to added sugars regarding tooth decay?

  Intrinsic sugars are less likely to cause decay
• What can happen if carbohydrate intake leads to excess energy?

  It can lead to obesity
• What are the three types of monosaccharides?

  Glucose, galactose, fructose

  
• What are the complex carbohydrates (polysaccharides)?

  • Starch
  • Pectin
  • Dextrin
  • Non-starch polysaccharide
• What are the three types of disaccharides?

  Maltose, sucrose, lactose

  
• What is the role of carbohydrates in energy provision?

  They provide quick energy for bodily functions
• How does the body respond to depleted fat stores?

  It breaks down muscle protein for energy
• What is the relationship between blood glucose levels and carbohydrate intake?

  Low carbohydrate intake leads to low blood glucose
• What is the consequence of using stored fat for energy?

  It leads to gradual weight loss
• What is the difference between intrinsic and added sugars?

  Intrinsic sugars are found in whole foods
• What happens to excess carbohydrates in the body?

  They are converted and stored as fat
• What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the diet?

  To provide energy
• What can result from a diet high in carbohydrates?

  Increased risk of obesity
• How do carbohydrates affect overall health?

  They are essential for energy and bodily functions
• What are the main sources of carbohydrates?

  Potato, grains, pasta, rice, sweetcorn
• What is the primary source of energy in our diet?

  Carbohydrates
• How do carbohydrates help the body get rid of waste products?

  They produce soft, bulky faeces
• What is dietary fibre classified as?

  A type of carbohydrate
• What happens to protein when carbohydrates are deficient?

  Protein is used as an energy provider
• What severe consequence occurs after fat stores are depleted?

  The body breaks down muscle protein
• What is a common effect of low carbohydrate intake?

  Fatigue and lack of energy
• What leads to weight loss when carbohydrates are insufficient?

  The body uses stored fat for energy
• What can excessive carbohydrate intake lead to?

  Obesity
• How does the body respond to excess carbohydrates?

  They are converted and stored as fat
• What is the role of Non-Starch Polysaccharides (NSP)?

  They help the body get rid of waste products
• What type of waste do dietary fibres help produce?

  Soft, bulky faeces
• What are the functions of carbohydrates in the diet?

  • Provide energy for the body
  • Help eliminate waste products
• What are the effects of carbohydrate deficiency?

  • Protein used for energy
  • Severe weakness from muscle breakdown
  • Fatigue due to low blood glucose
  • Gradual weight loss from fat usage
• What are the effects of excess carbohydrates?

  • Obesity from stored energy
  • Increased fat storage if unused