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Nutrition 101: Carbohydrates
Published in April 2007
Prepared by Jessica Hookham
Reviewed by Gloria Tsang, RD
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Common names
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- Carbohydrates, Carbs, Sugars
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Recommended Intake
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- Males & Females ≥ 19 years: 130 g/day
Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range (AMDR): 45-65% of energy should come from carbohydrates each day
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What's Carbohydrate for?
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- Acts as the main source of energy for the body
- Creates an energy reserve with its storage form, glycogen
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Best Food sources
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- Found in all plant foods, such as grains, vegetables, fruit, legumes, and nuts
- Also found in milk and milk products
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