Calories
Define One Calorie
The amount of energy required to heat 1g of water by 1 Degree Celsius.
Is sugar needed for a good carbohydrate diet?
No, but it can be had occasionally.
What is dietary fibre made up of?
They are made up of complex carbohydrates that are found mainly in plant cell walls.
True or False: Dietary Fibre reduces the risk of heart disease.
True
How much percentage of your daily calorie intake should come from carbs?
50%
True or False: Whole grain pasta is an example of a simple carbohydrate.
False
Explain the difference between soluble and insoluble fibres?
Soluble fibres dissolve in water in the digestive tract, forming a gel. Insoluble fibres do not dissolve in water, so it passes through your digestive system undigested.
Give one Benefit of Dietary Fibre
Answers may include: Helps bowel function, prevents constipation, makes you feel fuller faster, and speeds up the digestive process reducing the amount of time carcinogens are in the body for.
Carbs have how many calories per gram?
4
Give one example of a soluble fibre and one example of an insoluble fibre?
Soluble fibres include Oatmeal, Barley etc. Insoluble fibres include Wheat Bran, Seeds, and Fruit Skins.