classification of carbohydrates on the basis of a type
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Types of Carbohydrate
Common Foods
Uses by Humans
Monosaccharides
Glucose, Galactose, Fructose
Cereal grains and pasta, vegetables, fruits, and fruit juices, nuts and seeds Fructose is a sugar found in Fruits.
All these are simple sugars which are easily digested by the body and a ready source of energy
Disaccharides
Sucrose, Lactose and MAltose
Table sugar, Cane sugar, beer sugar, milk sugar Sucrose is a source of fuel for our bodies and it adds flavor.
Maltose can be found in high maltose corn syrup which is the main sweetener of processed foods.
Lactose found in milk provides energy for your body.
Polysaccharides
Starches, Glycogen and Cellulose
Potatoes, Sweet potatoes, corn, cornflakes, plant material Cellulose aids in digestion even though it can’t be digested. It is good for bulk.
Starches provide the body with energy
Glycogen is needed as fuel for the muscles of humans and animals.