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Understanding Carbohydrates in Nutrition

The document discusses carbohydrates and their classification and sources. It explains that carbohydrates provide the body with energy, spare proteins from being used for energy, aid in fat metabolism, and support the growth of beneficial bacteria. It notes that excess carbohydrate intake can lead to issues like tooth decay, changes in blood lipid levels, obesity, and digestive problems. The document also outlines the functions of dietary fiber, including its role in bowel health and cholesterol levels.

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Understanding Carbohydrates in Nutrition

The document discusses carbohydrates and their classification and sources. It explains that carbohydrates provide the body with energy, spare proteins from being used for energy, aid in fat metabolism, and support the growth of beneficial bacteria. It notes that excess carbohydrate intake can lead to issues like tooth decay, changes in blood lipid levels, obesity, and digestive problems. The document also outlines the functions of dietary fiber, including its role in bowel health and cholesterol levels.

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Carbohydrates in Nutrition

CLASSIFICATION OF
CARBOHYDRATES

Classification of Dietary
Carbohydrates

HOW THE BODY MAINTAINS BLOOD


GLUCOSE LEVELS

SOURCES OF CARBOHYDRATES

FUNCTIONS OF CARBOHYDRATES

Provides energy to the body to carry out day-to-day work and


maintain body temperature.
When blood glucose levels fall, the brain does not receive
energy and convulsions may occur.
Carbohydrates spare proteins from being broken down for
energy and are used for bodybuilding and repair.
They are required for complete oxidation of fat.
They can be converted into non-essential amino acids.
The sugar lactose helps in the absorption of the minerals
calcium and phosphorus.
Lactose helps certain bacteria to grow in the intestine.
Dietary fibre plays an important role of increasing faecal mass.
Fibre also helps in lowering blood cholesterol levels.

EFFECTS OF EXCESS CARBOHYDRATE


CONSUMPTION

Can lead to dental caries or tooth decay


Depresses the appetite, provides hollow calories, and
could result in malnutrition
Can increase the blood triglyceride levels leading to
heart diseases
Can lead to obesity
Can irritate the intestinal lining, causing cramps or
bloating
Excessive fibre interferes with the absorption and
availability of mineral elements such as iron and
calcium

FUNCTIONS AND SOURCES OF DIETARY


FIBRE

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