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Sources of Simple Carbohydrates

Patient was educated on sources of simple carbohydrates as follows: Simple carbohydrates are made up of smaller chains of sugar molecules and are easier & quicker to digest. This quick digestion of simple carbohydrates contributes to the sugar rush and sudden spike in blood glucose. As they are easy to digest and result in sharp increase in blood glucose, simple carbohydrates can act as quick and short-acting energy source. Plain glucose or table sugar, fructose [...]

Role of Carbohydrates in the Body-2

Patient was educated on role of carbohydrates as follows: Complex carbohydrates are richer in fiber and the fiber content of complex carbohydrates helps with slowing absorption of glucose. This can prevent sudden increase in blood sugar immediately after meal and helps with improving blood sugar control, especially in diabetics. The fiber content of complex carbohydrates also helps with slowing absorption of fats and thus contribute to lowering the lipid levels, especially in individuals with history [...]

Role of Carbohydrates in the Body-1

Patient was educated on role of carbohydrates as follows: Together with fats and proteins, carbohydrates are one of the major nutrients. Simple dietary carbohydrates and sugars in the blood, upon metabolism, are easily broken down into glucose, which helps with quick energy needs of the body. Carbohydrates are easier to be metabolized, compared to fats and proteins. As carbohydrates are easily broken down to glucose, they can act as primary source of energy. Each gram [...]

Simple and Complex Carbohydrates

Patient was educated on simple and complex carbohydrates as follows: Carbohydrates form a major element of our diet and provide significant amount of energy during metabolism. Carbohydrates are mainly divided into simple and complex carbohydrates. Simple carbohydrates are made up of smaller chains of sugar molecules and are easier & quicker to digest. This quick digestion of simple carbohydrates contributes to the sugar rush and sudden spike in blood glucose. As they are easy to [...]

Planning for a Regular Diet-2

Patient was educated on how to plan a regular diet as follows: On the portion for protein & lean meat, add food items such as, eggs, egg whites, chicken, turkey, pork, fish, and lean beef. Milk and milk products such as, yogurt, cheese, paneer, custard, kefir, and buttermilk can also be good sources for protein. Vegetarians and vegans can depend on alternative sources for protein, such as, soybeans and products made of soybeans, such as, [...]