Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates

• Is a macronutrient
• Made by green plants during photosynthesis
• Made up of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
• Sugars and starches are our main source of energy
• Empty calories
• The main function is to provide energy

Sources

• Cereals and cereal products
• Drinks 
• Fruits and vegetables
• Potatoes and savoury snacks
• Sugars, preservatives and confectionary
• Meat and meat products
• Milk and milk products
• Fish and fish dishes

Function

• Provides a source of energy as the carbohydrates are broken down into glucose
• Carbohydrates acts as a protein sparer
• Allows protein to be used as a primary function (growth and repair)

Deficiency

• There isn't really a sign of deficiency 
• Slows the digestive system
• Slightly underweight
• People who want to lose weight will follow a low…