BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

CLASSIFICATION OF CARBOHYDRATES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the Scottish Dietary Goal for sugar intake?
A
20% total energy
B
5% total energy
C
15% total energy
D
25% total energy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The new recommendations are for average intake of free sugars to reduce to 5% of total dietary energy. Intakes of dietary fibre should be increased to 30g/day for adults and intakes of starchy carbohydrates should remain at 50% of total dietary energy.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is recommended that free sugars should not exceed 5% of the total energy (calories) we get from food and drinks every day. This means that the maximum amount of free sugars for an adult is 30g which is about seven sugar cubes. .

Detailed explanation-3: -Salt Eat less salt Each person should have no more than 6g per day. Fibre Eat more fibre Each person (11-16 years old) should aim to eat around 25g per day and adults 30g per day, by eating more wholegrains, pulses (peas, beans, lentils) and vegetables.

Detailed explanation-4: -The government recommends that free sugars – sugars added to food or drinks, and sugars found naturally in honey, syrups, and unsweetened fruit and vegetable juices, smoothies and purées – should not make up more than 5% of the energy (calories) you get from food and drink each day.

Detailed explanation-5: -Eat a variety of foods. Maintain healthy weight. Choose a diet low in fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol. Choose a diet with plenty of vegetables, fruits, and grain products.

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