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All carbohydrates break down into sugar known as _________ (or blood sugar)
a) Dextrose
b) Glucose
c) Sucrose
d) Fructose

The main purpose of carbohydrates in the body is:
a) To transport vitamins throughout the bloodstream
b) To build the cell walls of all the cells in your body
c) To provide energy (your main source of energy)
d) To build your muscles

The two types of carbohydrates are:
a) Simple and complicated
b) Simple and complex
c) Complex and sugary
d) Basic and complex

Try to limit this type of carbohydrate because it only supplies the body with SHORT-term energy, it can make you feel sluggish, and could lead to weight gain. It comes from sugary foods like donuts, sugary cereals, cookies, etc.
a) Complex carbs
b) Complicated carbs
c) Simple carbs
d) Basic carbs

Complex carbs are better because they take longer to break down in the body, so they provide long-lasting energy. Which of the following complex carb do you want to LIMIT?
a) Oatmeal and whole grain cereal
b) Quinoa and brown rice
c) Whole wheat bread and English muffins
d) White tortillas, white pasta, white bread

Fiber ONLY comes from plant foods (foods that come out of the earth):
a) True
b) False
c)
d)

Fiber is a complex carb that is beneficial to the body because it does all of the following, except:
a) Keeps you feeling full longer, so you eat less
b) Helps you go to the bathroom because it pushes everything through the digestive system
c) Helps carry hormones throughout your body
d) Lowers your risk for MAJOR diseases (cancer, type 2 diabetes and heart disease)

When looking at a nutrition facts label, try to eat carbs with 3 or more grams of fiber. Which of the following is NOT a source of fiber?
a) Oats (including oatmeal) and whole grains
b) Eggs and milk
c) Popcorn and nuts
d) Beans, vegetables and fruits

Eating the wrong kind of carbs too often is NOT good for you.
a) True
b) False
c)
d)

You can get carbohydrates from lots of food groups including fruits, vegetables, grains and even dairy.
a) True
b) False
c)
d)

When it comes to simple carbs, stick to natural sugars found in fruits and dairy because they are packed with other nutrients that candy and soda won't give you.
a) True
b) False
c)
d)

Which of the following is NOT a nutrient?
a) Calories
b) Vitamins
c) Protein
d) Fat

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