Nutrition
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ISBN: 9781337906371
Author: Sizer, Frances Sienkiewicz., WHITNEY, Ellie
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Chapter 4, Problem 2CT
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The pros and cons of carbohydrates and how to consume them.
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Carbohydrates are the major energy-producing bio-molecules in the body made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. They are essential for the proper functioning of the body and are essentially recommended by the USDA eating patterns, to be included in all diet plans to some extent. However, the opinion about its inclusion in the diet is debatable and conflicted.
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