Carbohydrates provide energy to the body. The types of carbohydrate are sugar, starch, cellulose, and gum. These are classified as monosaccharides or polysaccharides. Examples of simple carbohydrates are honey and corn syrup. Examples of complex carbohydrates are breads, grains, vegetables, and fruits Insoluble fiber is found in vegetables, wheat, and grains. It promotes softer stools and decreases constipation. Water-soluble fiber is found in fruits, oats, and legumes. It acts to decrease cholesterol levels by binding with bile acids and cholesterol. Fats provide a concentrated energy source, Insulation for the body, cushion for internal organs, and material for cell membranes. Saturated fats–coconut oil, meat fat, and eggs. Unsaturated fats–olive oil, sunflower oil, corn oil, and fish oil. Cholesterol is found mainly in organ meats and egg yolks. The lipoproteins that are important in cardiovascular disease are the low-density lipoproteins (LDL) and high-density lipoproteins(HDL). Protein is used for tissue growth and repair, wound healing, connective tissue, hormones, enzymes, and plasma proteins. A complete protein contains all of the essential amino acids in sufficient quantities to meet metabolic needs. Examples of complete proteins are meat, poultry, fish, milk, cheese, eggs, and soy.
Posted on: Sun, 28 Jul 2013 17:51:48 +0000
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