Carbohydrates
What are the two main types of carbohydrates?
Simple and complex
What's an example of a plant based complete protein?
Quinoa.
Which carbohydrates type provides longer-lasting energy?
Complex carbohydrates
What are the building blocks of proteins?
Amino acids.
What is an example of a refined carbohydrate?
White bread or sugary cereal
What is the difference between complete and incomplete proteins?
Complete proteins have all 9 essential amino acids. Incomplete do no.
Which organ relies heavily on glucose from carbs?
The brain.
Name two animal based sources of proteins=.
Chicken, eggs, beef or fish.
What is an example of a whole food carbohydrate?
Brown rice or quinoa.
How does the body use protein besides muscle building?
Hormones, cell repair, immune function and enzymes.