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Carbohydrates: Simple vs Complex

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Polysaccharides

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Long chains of monosaccharide units. Provide sustained energy. Examples: Starch, Glycogen, Cellulose.

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Oligosaccharides

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Carbohydrates composed of 3-10 monosaccharide units. Often found in dietary fiber. Examples: Raffinose, Stachyose.

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Starches

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A type of polysaccharide. Stores energy in plants. Readily broken down into glucose by humans. Examples: Potatoes, Rice, Pasta.

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Monosaccharides

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Simplest form of carbohydrates that cannot be broken down further. Quick energy source. Examples: Glucose, Fructose, Galactose.

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Fiber

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A type of polysaccharide that is not digestible by humans. Promotes digestive health. Examples: Inulin, Beta-glucan, Cellulose.

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Disaccharides

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Formed by two monosaccharides linked together. Short-term energy source. Examples: Sucrose, Lactose, Maltose.

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