Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are the main source of energy in all activities. They provide quick energy to the body, and are not stored in the body for long. Carbohydrates are carbon, hydrogen and oxygen.
Sources: The main sources of carbohydrates are: fruits, milk and milk products, potatoes, carrot, beans, dried peas, honey. jam, cakes, icecream, sugar. candy, drinks and jaggery, bread, cereals and whole pulses (chana, moong, Rajma).
Functions: The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy for the body, especially the brain and nervous system. The body breaks down starch and sugars into substances called glucose to be used as energy.
Recommendations: 55% to 60% of our total calorie should come from carbohydrates. Excess of carbohydrates is converted into *** by the liver and stored in adipose tissues.
