Macronutrients (Junior Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What three elements make up carbohydrates?
What three elements make up carbohydrates?
Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen
How do plants produce carbohydrates?
How do plants produce carbohydrates?
Through photosynthesis using sunlight & CO2
What is starch formed from?
What is starch formed from?
Long chains of simple sugars
Which food group contains sugar as a carbohydrate?
Which food group contains sugar as a carbohydrate?
Cakes, biscuits, honey, jam
Which foods are good sources of starch?
Which foods are good sources of starch?
Cereals, bread, pasta, potatoes
Where is dietary fibre found?
Where is dietary fibre found?
Whole cereals, wholemeal bread, fruit
What is the main function of carbohydrates?
What is the main function of carbohydrates?
Provide most of the body's heat & energy
What happens to excess carbohydrates in the body?
What happens to excess carbohydrates in the body?
Stored as fat (adipose tissue)
What does dietary fibre do in the body?
What does dietary fibre do in the body?
Aids digestion & prevents constipation
What are 'empty calorie foods'?
What are 'empty calorie foods'?
Foods providing energy but few nutrients
How does fibre help digestion?
How does fibre help digestion?
Absorbs water & bulks waste
What is the recommended daily fibre intake?
What is the recommended daily fibre intake?
25–35 g per day