Easy
What is the main source of energy for the human body?
Carbohydrates
What are the two components of starch?
Amylose and Amylopectin
Which disease is linked to high starch intake?
type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity, metabolic syndrome, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)
Name the top 5 foods high in starch
potatoes, rice, bread, pasta, and corn
Which enzyme begins starch digestion in the mouth?
Amylase
Which condition is improved by reducing carbohydrate intake?
Diabetes
Name 5 starch high food items that are often unhealthy due to refining and processing
white bread, white rice, sugary cereals, fried French fries, and processed snacks like chips and pretzels
Which organ has very low pH and minimal starch digestion?
Stomach
Which organ stores excess glucose as glycogen?
Liver
Name the top 5 starchy foods for breakfast
oatmeal, whole-grain toast, potatoes, breakfast cereal, and corn
Which nutrient is nondigestible and found in plants?
Fiber
Which enzyme breaks down sucrose?
Sucrase
What elements make up starch? (Bonus if you can tell me how much for a glucose molecule)
Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen
Which enzyme breaks down lactose?
Lactase
Which enzyme breaks down maltose?
Maltase