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Why is sugar useful for athletes participating in short duration exercise?
Why is sugar useful for athletes participating in short duration exercise?
- Because it has high nutritional value
- Because it is a complex carbohydrate
- Because it provides instant short-term energy (correct)
- Because it provides long-term energy
What do free sugars include?
What do free sugars include?
- Sugars found in honey, syrups, and unsweetened fruit juices, but not those added to foods and drinks
- Sugars found naturally in fruits, vegetables, and dairy products, as well as sugars added to foods and drinks (correct)
- Only sugars found naturally in fruits and vegetables
- Only sugars added to foods and drinks
Why are natural sugars in fruits and vegetables not a concern?
Why are natural sugars in fruits and vegetables not a concern?
- Because they are not digested by the body
- Because they are low in calories
- Because they provide other nutritional benefits (correct)
- Because they are included in the total sugar figure on food labels
What is the recommended daily limit of free sugar for anyone aged 11 and over?
What is the recommended daily limit of free sugar for anyone aged 11 and over?
Why is sugar described as an 'empty food'?
Why is sugar described as an 'empty food'?
What is the amount of sugar in a 400ml can of coke?
What is the amount of sugar in a 400ml can of coke?
What percentage of their daily calories come from added sugar in children aged 11-18?
What percentage of their daily calories come from added sugar in children aged 11-18?
Where can you find the information about the amount of sugar in a food product?
Where can you find the information about the amount of sugar in a food product?
What is the threshold for a product to be considered high in sugar?
What is the threshold for a product to be considered high in sugar?
What does the term 'honey coated' on a cereal label suggest?
What does the term 'honey coated' on a cereal label suggest?
Why are wholegrain cereals a better choice for children?
Why are wholegrain cereals a better choice for children?
What does a green label on a cereal packaging indicate?
What does a green label on a cereal packaging indicate?