Simple Carbs: Monosaccharides

What are simple carbs?

Sugars

What are different monosaccharides?

Glucose, Galactose, Fructose

What is glucose known as?

-known as Dextrose or blood sugar

Where is glucose found?

found naturally in fruits and vegetables

What is the function of glucose?

-provides energy for body cells
-so most sugars in food are converted to glucose in liver

What is a major storage site for glycogen?

Liver and muscles

What is galactose?

Primary sugar in milk/dairy

What is fructose known as?

Levulose or fruit sugar (tastes the sweetest)

Where is fructose found?

found naturally in fruits, vegetables, honey, corn

What are galactose and fructose converted to?

Converted to glucose in liver (all flows to glucose)