HUMAN NUTRITION

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Carbohydrate containing foods that are absorbed quickly into the blood are considered to be:
A
simple sugars
B
complex sugars
C
whole grains
D
starch
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Simple carbohydrates are easily and quickly utilized for energy by the body because of their simple chemical structure, often leading to a faster rise in blood sugar and insulin secretion from the pancreas – which can have negative health effects.

Detailed explanation-2: -Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates that are easily absorbed in intestine compared to the disaccharide, oligosaccharide and polysaccharide. The monosaccharide consists of single unit which contains carbon chain of three to six carbon.

Detailed explanation-3: -Simple carbs are more quickly digested and absorbed than complex ones, so simple carbs can raise your blood glucose levels faster and higher. People with diabetes need to manage their blood glucose levels. High blood glucose can damage tissues and organs.

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