BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

CARBOHYDRATES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Are simple or complex carbohydrates the BEST energy source?
A
Simple
B
Complex
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Carbohydrates provide most of the body’s energy. As a source of energy, complex carbohydrates are the better choice. However, for overall nutrition, it is more difficult to say. Simple carbohydrates, or sugars, are made up of shorter chains of molecules and are quicker to digest than complex carbohydrates.

Detailed explanation-2: -Complex carbohydrates are digested more slowly and supply a lower more steady release of glucose into the blood stream. As with simple sugars, some complex carbohydrate foods are better choices than others. Refined grains, such as white flour and white rice, have been processed, which removes many nutrients and fiber.

Detailed explanation-3: -Complex carbohydrates-These are found in almost all plant foods and usually take longer for the body to digest. They are most commonly found in whole wheat bread, whole grain pasta, brown rice and starchy vegetables like corn and peas.

Detailed explanation-4: -Sources of complex carbohydrates that will give you long-lasting energy include whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Popcorn, brown rice, wild rice, quinoa, barley, oatmeal, bulgur and buckwheat are examples of whole grains. Starchy vegetables include corn, potatoes, peas and dried beans.

Detailed explanation-5: -For optimal health, choose complex carbohydrates. Complex carbohydrates, found mostly in whole plant foods, maintain their natural fiber and fuel your body with the energy it needs. Examples include beans, oatmeal, 100% whole-wheat bread, quinoa, barley, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and many other plant foods.

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