Carbohydrates by https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx EDGU1003 en-us 2021-08-19 03:12:42 UTC 2024-06-19 19:42:57 UTC hello@padlet.com The adult daily carbohydrate intake is 40-65% of energy, being 208 to 338g per day ohun9572 https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685322815 2021-08-19 03:16:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685322815 Structure usakaladesetto462 https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685334860 Carbohydrates are made of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms and have a generic structure of C(n)H(2n)O(n). There are many different types of carbohydrates such as glucose, sucrose, fructose etc.]]> 2021-08-19 03:22:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685334860 Main Functions ohun9572 https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685334998 Carbohydrates are the preferred energy source for your body.
Carbohydrates help to maintain digestive health as the fibre helps move food through the intestinal tract.
1. Important substances constituting the body;
2. Provide heat energy;
3. Regulate food flavor;
4. Energy necessary to maintain brain function;
5. Regulate fat metabolism;
6. Provide dietary fiber;



]]> 2021-08-19 03:22:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685334998 More Functions ohun9572 https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685336944 2021-08-19 03:23:48 UTC https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685336944 Energy content usakaladesetto462 https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685340790 Carbohydrates are the main nutrient which supplies energy to the body as they are fast acting and turn into energy once consumed. Carbohydrates have an energy value of 17kJ/g or 4kcal/g. ]]> 2021-08-19 03:25:49 UTC https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685340790 Types of carbohydrates ohun9572 https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685343221 Carbohydrates are subdivided into several categories on the basis of the number of sugar units and how the sugar units are chemically bonded to each other. Categories include sugars, starches, and fibers. Sugars are intrinsic in fruits and milk products.]]> 2021-08-19 03:26:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685343221 Carbohydrates in the Australian Diet ohun9572 https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685347780 The average Australian eats 225 grams of carbohydrates per day. (https://blog.csiro.au/low-carb-diet-scientifically-proven/)

The IOM (Institute of Medicine) set an acceptable macronutrient distribution range (AMDR) for carbohydrates of 45–65% of total calories.

Vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk, and milk products are the major food sources of carbohydrates. 
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4224210/)]]> 2021-08-19 03:29:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685347780 Health and Carbohydrates ohun9572 https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685357285 The energy value of digestible carbohydrates is generally accepted as 4 kcal/g for both sugars and starches. Few studies have linked carbohydrates to obesity. Indeed, observational data generally report that higher carbohydrate intake is linked to lower body weight.

Simple carbohydrates are often found in fruits and vegetables, as well as refined food products, such as sweets, white flour, and white cane sugar. Complex carbohydrates are generally better for you than simple carbohydrates, due to the fact that they contain dietary fibre and more nutrients.]]> 2021-08-19 03:35:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685357285 Fun Facts ohun9572 https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685360583 The carbohydrate, protein, fluid and electrolytes in chocolate milk make it a great sports recovery beverage. The carbohydrates refuel muscles, the protein helps muscle repair and the fluid and electrolytes help with rehydration.]]> 2021-08-19 03:37:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685360583 Carbohydrates and Obesity ohun9572 https://padlet.com/ohun9572/xjns5jmuqtt418qx/wish/1685366624
Excessive body fat and obesity is caused by eating too much and exercising too little. This means that regardless of what food group you consume, if you consume more calories than you actually use, you will likely put on weight. Below you can see how many calories are in a gram of carbohydrates, when compared to other food groups:

  • 3.75 calories are contained within 1g of carbohydrates
  • 4 calories are contained within 1g of protein
  • 9 calories are contained within 1g of fat
  • 7 calories are contained within 1g if alcohol

As you can see, carbohydrates contain the lowest calorie-per-gram ratio. Carbohydrates also help you feel fuller for longer, which can help to prevent overeating, as well as assist with digestive functions.

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