Carbohydrates

Sugar, Check The Recommended Amount

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The World Health Organization (WHO). Recommended that a person’s consumption of sugar, should not exceed 10% of the total energy consumed per day. 10% of the daily consumed energy means about 50 grams of sugar for the average person. It is important to follow these recommendations because excessive sugar intake is associated with many health …

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How Carbohydrates Affect The Body

Carbohydrates have different types, simple and compound carbohydrates. Simple sugars consist of monosaccharides which consist of a monomer such as Glucose, Galactose, and Fructose. Simple sugars quickly absorb into the bloodstream providing a quick rush of energy. Unlike simple sugars, complex carbohydrates, also known as complex sugars, require more work to metabolize due to the …

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Carbohydrates

Sugar, Check The Recommended Amount

How Carbohydrates Affect The Body

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