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A type of nutrient that the body needs in large amounts for energy and growth, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
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A unit of measurement for energy in food.
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Another unit of measurement for energy in food.
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An essential macronutrient found in foods such as bread, rice, and fruits. This provide the body with energy.
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Carbohydrates made of one or two sugar molecules (such as glucose and fructose), which are quickly digested and absorbed by the body.
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Carbohydrates composed of many sugar molecules linked together (such as starches and fibre). They take longer to digest and provide sustained energy.
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A simple sugar (monosaccharide) that is the main source of energy for the body’s cells.
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A simple sugar (monosaccharide) found in fruits, honey, and some vegetables.
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A simple sugar (monosaccharide) that combines with glucose to form lactose, the sugar found in milk.
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A complex carbohydrate made of many glucose units, found in foods like potatoes, rice, and wheat. It is the main form of carbohydrate storage in plants.
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A complex carbohydrate (polysaccharide) that is a major component of plant cell walls.
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A type of carbohydrate found in plant foods that cannot be fully digested by the body. This helps maintain healthy digestion.
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A complex carbohydrate (polysaccharide) made of many glucose molecules. It is the main form of stored energy in animals, especially in the liver and muscles.
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The simplest form of carbohydrate consisting of a single sugar molecule, such as glucose, fructose, or galactose.
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A carbohydrate made of two linked sugar molecules. Examples include sucrose (table sugar), lactose (milk sugar), and maltose.
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A carbohydrate made of many sugar molecules linked together, such as starch, glycogen, and cellulose.
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Able to be dissolved in a liquid, such as water.
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Unable to be dissolved in a liquid.
