Effects on physical health

Carbohydrate

Positive; 

• Provides food energy

Negative;

• Excess food energy is stored as fat
• Risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, hyper-tension and tooth decay

Fibre/NSP

Positive; 

• Aids digestion
• Prevents constipation

Negative;

• No major problems

Fat

Positive; 

• Provides food energy
• Provides heat insulation

Negative; 

• Raised cholesterol level causes…