Patient was educated on sources of complex carbohydrates as follows: Complex carbohydrates are richer in fiber compared to simple carbohydrates. They are made up of longer chains of sugar molecules and are broken down into simple units during metabolism. This breakdown into simpler units consumes time and so, complex carbohydrates are slower to digest. The slow digestion of complex carbohydrates results in slow rise of blood glucose and so, does not result in sugar rush [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]