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So...What do we mean by 'carbohydrate'?
Carbohydrate is an important macro-nutrient...
macro-nutrients are those needed in relatively LARGE amounts on a daily basis!
How many 'carbs' can
you think of?
Consequences of too much....
The function of carbohydrate on the body....
Today's Objectives
To learn about the function of carbohydrates in the diet
MACRO - NUTRIENTS
STARCH
SUGARS
Fructose - Honey and fruit
Glucose - ripe fruits
Lactose - milk and dairy products
By the end of today's lesson I will be able to...
Carbohydrates are broken down during digestion and turned into Glucose, which is used for energy. If the glucose is not used it is stored as body fat.
Good sources of carbohydrate include:
These are good carbs :) as they take longer to digest so release energy slowly!
Added sugar has no nutritional value other than providing a quick source of energy...often called 'empty calories' or 'quick fix' energy