Carbohydrates: Nature and Importance

<p>Lactose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bloating and discomfort (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Oat bran (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It slows gastric emptying (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Quinoa (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improved cholesterol levels (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Oat cereal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Starches and Sugars (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Providing energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fructose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Glycogen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are made up of longer chains of sugar molecules (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Whole fruits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Starch (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>White rice (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Whole grain cereals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Provide energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increases fecal bulk (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is a byproduct of milling wheat flour (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cereals and whole grains (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It aids in regular bowel movements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Decreased fecal bulk (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Acetic and butyric (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It generates only one type of short-chain fatty acid. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They serve as a primary energy source for bacterial species. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Caprylic acid (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It generates beneficial short-chain fatty acids. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Carbohydrates are organic compounds containing carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, primarily used as a source of energy in the body.

The most common forms of carbohydrates found in plant foods are starches and sugars.

Starches are complex carbohydrates that are made up of long chains of sugar molecules.

Sugars are simple carbohydrates, made up of one or two sugar molecules, that are readily absorbed into the bloodstream.

Starches and sugars are two types of naturally occurring carbohydrates found in plants, with starches providing long-lasting energy and sugars providing quick energy.

The inability to properly digest lactose, a sugar found in dairy products.

Dairy products that have been treated to remove or reduce lactose.

A type of sugar found in dairy products.

The ability to digest lactose, a sugar found in dairy products.

A significant portion of the world's adult population experiences difficulty digesting lactose.

Dietary components that provide bulk and aid in digestion.

A type of complex carbohydrate that is a major source of energy in the body.

Foods rich in fiber include whole grains, legumes, vegetables, and fruits.

Large molecules composed of long chains of sugar units.

A type of complex carbohydrate that is a primary source of energy for the body.

Wheat bran is a type of fiber found in whole grains like wheat.

Bran is a type of fiber that adds bulk to your stool, making it easier to pass.

Whole grains, such as brown rice and oats, are good sources of bran.

Eating a diet rich in bran can help prevent constipation.

Bran is also a good source of nutrients like vitamins and minerals.

A process where bacteria break down resistant starch in the gut.

A type of starch that resists digestion in the small intestine, reaching the large intestine where bacteria can ferment it.

A short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) produced by bacterial fermentation of resistant starch, known for its role in energy production in the gut.

A short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) produced by bacterial fermentation of resistant starch, known for its role in maintaining gut health and reducing inflammation.

A group of organic acids with a short chain of carbon atoms, often produced by bacteria during fermentation.

Oat bran, oat cereal, barley, and pumpernickel are examples of foods rich in soluble fiber.

Soluble fiber binds to cholesterol and bile acids in the digestive tract, preventing their absorption into the bloodstream.

Soluble fiber slows down the rate at which food leaves the stomach, promoting a feeling of fullness.

Soluble fiber can help reduce cholesterol levels, which can contribute to a lower risk of heart disease.

Soluble fiber is a type of dietary fiber that dissolves in water, forming a gel-like substance in the digestive tract.