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What is the role of carbohydrates in the diet?
What is the role of carbohydrates in the diet?
- Carbohydrates have no significant role in the diet
- Carbohydrates lead to weight gain
- Carbohydrates are important for the body's functioning (correct)
- Carbohydrates are only found in processed foods
What do the terms 'low carb' or 'net carbs' on product labels indicate?
What do the terms 'low carb' or 'net carbs' on product labels indicate?
- The product contains only natural carbohydrates
- The product has no added sugar
- The terms have no standard meaning (correct)
- The product is high in carbohydrates
Where do most naturally occurring carbohydrates come from?
Where do most naturally occurring carbohydrates come from?
- Meat and dairy products
- Fast food items
- Processed foods
- Plant-based foods (correct)
Why do carbohydrates often get a bad rap in relation to weight gain?
Why do carbohydrates often get a bad rap in relation to weight gain?
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What do food manufacturers add to processed foods in the form of carbohydrates?
What do food manufacturers add to processed foods in the form of carbohydrates?
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