Chapter 3 Notes exam

1.       Main function of carbohydrates is to supply the body with energy]

2.      Glucose in the most basic unit of all carbohydrates.

3.      Lactose is the primary carbohydrate found in milk.

4.      Sucrose is commonly referred to as white sugars.

5.      Glycogen is the storage form of glucose in the body.

6.      Bacterial enzymes in the gut are responsible digestion with some types of fiber in the GI tract.

7.      Mono poly sac KNOW!

8.      Lower blood cholesterol levels ear fruits berries oats legumes or cooked beans.

9.      Insoluble fiber components- Cellulose and hemicelluloses

10.  Soluble fiber components- Pectin’s , gums , mucilage’s some  hemicellulose

11. ALL THE AMDRS CARBS 45-65% if 2000 it would be 900-1300

12. Remember Amylase Maltase Sucrase Lactase

13. carbs provide 4 Cals per food

14. Glucagon stimulates the liver to break glycogen to raise blood sugar levels

15. insulin stimulates glucose up take to lower blood sugar levels

16. Glycogen can be stored in the liver and muscle tissues

17. No more than 10% of total energy from added sugars, WITH GREATER BENFIT expected from an intake of less than 5 percent

18. Nutritive sweetener- does provide some energy when consumed

19. Nonuterine Sweeteners- do not provide energy

20. Glycemic load takes into account the index and the serving size of carbs

21. Glycemic Index- shows the effect foods may have on blood sugar levels.

22. People that need to focus on glycemic index are people with diabetes.