What are Carbs?
A carbohydrate is categorized as what type of nutrient?
Macronutrient
Name 2 areas in the body that utilize glucose.
Brain, muscle, fat tissue, red blood cells, pancreas
Name 2 side effects of not having enough carbohydrates in your diet
headache, fatigue, dizziness, muscle weakness, low blood sugar, constipation, nausea, difficulty sleeping, etc.
Carbs are stored here and released between meals and snacks when blood glucose levels start to drop so that you body can maintain a normal blood glucose level.
Liver
Name 3 sources of complex carbs
beans, peas, whole wheat bread
What is the main role of carbohydrates?
Fuel!
Carbohydrates are absorbed here.
Small intestine
For maximum functioning, what percentage (range) of your daily calorie intake needs to come from carbohydrates?
50-65%
Muscles store glucose in this form
Glycogen
Sugar causes diabetes. True or false? Why?
False. Neither sugar nor other carbs cause diabetes. The causes are complex. Genetics, environment, a sedentary lifestyle, and an unbalanced diet can all contribute to development of diabetes
What part of your body utilizes carbohydrates for energy the most? (2 acceptable answers)
Brain and muscles
Carbohydrates are transported here and used/converted to glucose in this location.
The Liver
What happens to muscle if you are not supplying your body with enough carbs?
It will break down protein found in muscle, body tissues, and organs for energy. Carbs are "protein sparing."
This organ cannot store glucose, therefore needs a constant supply of carbohydrate.
The Brain
Carbohydrates cause a release of _____ which can help improve mood.
Serotonin
The main form of carbohydrate used for energy.
Glucose
Carbs are broken down into these 3 simple sugars
Glucose, galactose, fructose
Diabetics need to cut carbs out of their diet. True or False? What do they need to do instead?
False. They need consistent carb intake throughout the day to keep blood sugar stable.
B Vitamins
This hormone increases to regulate high blood glucose levels.
insulin
What makes up a carbohydrate molecular structure?
The liver uses these simple sugars for energy.
Galactose and fructose
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans: Limit added sugars to what percentage of diet?
Make what percentage of all grains whole grains to increase complex carbohydrates?
10%, 50%
Name 3 benefits of carbohydrates
improves mood, improves sports performance, nourishes gut bacteria, etc...
This hormone increases to regulate low blood glucose levels
glucagon