notes/education/nutrition/Carbohydrates.md

• Carbohydrates are a class of nutrients that is a major source of energy for the body
  • Can also server as a glue that holds cells togehter
  • Classified as simple or complex
• Plants are rich sources of carbohydrates There are 3 categories of carbs.

Sugars

• A monosaccharide is a simple sugar that is the basic molecule of carbohydrates:
  • Glucose: Primary fuel for muscles, nerves, and other cells, the most common.
  • Fructose: In fruits, honey, and certain vegetables
  • Galactose: Component of lactose

Starches

Fiber