what are carbs
what are carbs
sugar molecules
whats another name for simple carbs
simple sugar
complex carbs blank your blood sugar
raise
what are so exaples of bad carbs
Sugary drinks Pastries, cookies, and cake white bread, white rice Snack foods Chips, crackers, pretzels, Sugary cereals
what do carbs break down into
Your body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose
what are simple carbs
are sugars that are quickly digested and provide a rapid source of energy
what are some complex carbs
Brown rice
Popcorn
Beans
Pees
Potatoes
Fruits
true or false pop is a good carb
false
what is Glucose
blood sugar
what do simple carbs taste like
they taste sweet
what are Complex carbs
Complex carbohydrates are long chains of sugar molecules that take longer for the body to break down
so examples of good carbs
Whole grains: Oats, brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat bread, barley.
Starchy vegetables: Sweet potatoes, potatoes, corn, peas, butternut squash.
Legumes: Beans (black beans, kidney beans, etc.), lentils, chickpeas.
Fruits: Apples, bananas, berries, etc.
Dairy: Low-fat milk and yogurt.
what does Glucose do
is the main source of energy for your body's cells, tissues, and organs
what are some examples of simple carbs
honey, fruit juice, and syrups. Naturally occurring simple sugars are also found in fruits, milk, and milk products
what do Complex carbs taste like
"starchy" or "bread-like" tast
true or false veggie are a bad carb
false
simple carbs blank your blood sugar
lower
what are bad carbs
those that are quickly digested and absorbed, leading to rapid spikes in blood sugar levels.