Give an example of a complex carbohydrate in the diet and a simple carbohydrate in the diet. Are soluble fiber and insoluble fiber complex or simple carbohydrates?
Give an example of a complex carbohydrate in the diet and a simple carbohydrate in the diet. Are soluble fiber and insoluble fiber complex or simple carbohydrates?
Carbohydrate is a biomolecule containing carbon, hydrogen and oxygen.
Carbohydrate in food are in the form of sugar, starch or even fiber. They can be found in healthy foods like vegetables, fruits as well as in unhealthy foods such as popcorn, soft drinks, etc.
Complex carbohydrates are those which contains long chain of sugar molecules.
Example- Peas, beans or grains.
Simple carbohydrates are simple sugars which do not contains long chain of sugar molecules. They are easily broken down in the body and gives immediate energy to the body.
Example- Fruits, milk, brown sugar, Table sugar, etc.
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