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Carbohydrates
Regan,Mickenzie,Crystal

2. Functions of Carbohydrates
It’s a main energy source
It acts as a dietary fiber

3. Foods High In Carbohydrates
Baked Potato
Spaghetti
Waffles
Rice
Bagels
Apples

4. Deficiency of nutrient and symptoms
There is no solid name for a deficiency of carbohydrates.
Symptoms
Mood changes
Fatigue
Constipation and headache
Dehydration

5. Name of Toxicity and symptoms
There is no certain name of the toxicity to carbohydrates.
Symptoms
High blood pressure
Heart disease
Sweating
Enlarged Liver
Diabetes—(Insulin controls amount of blood sugar & this problem).

6. Interesting Facts Cont.
Another name for simple sugars is monosaccharaides.
Carbohydrates are produced mainly by plants.
Carbohydrates are made up of oxygen, hydrogen, and carbon.
Complex carbohydrates are broken down in the intestine.
More physically active you are the faster you burn Carbohydrates.

7. Food groups that include Carbohydrates
Dairy
Fruits
Grains
Vegetables

8. Five other interesting facts
Energy providing nutrients
Body receive and calories for every gram
The body's main source of energy
3 types: simple, complex, and starches
Broken down quickly into glucose.