carbohydrate

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An organic compound made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen that serves as a major energy source for the body; includes sugars, starches, and fiber.

• Athletes often eat foods high in carbohydrates before a race.
• Bread and pasta are good sources of carbohydrates.
• Nutritionists recommend limiting simple carbohydrates like candy and soda.
• Biochemists explain that the human brain relies almost exclusively on carbohydrate metabolism for its energy demands.
• Dietary guidelines recommend that whole grains provide the majority of daily carbohydrate intake to ensure adequate fiber consumption.
• Plant physiologists investigate how crops allocate carbohydrate resources between growth and reproduction under stress conditions.

Eş anlamlılar: carb, saccharide, sugar

Zıt anlamlılar: protein, fat, lipid