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  1. Where does carbohydrate digestion begin and end?
  2. What specific enzymes are secreted by the pancreas and small intestines that break down carbohydrates?
  3. How are carbohydrates absorbed (active transport, facilitated diffusion, simple diffusion)?
  4. Where do carbohydrates go after absorption?
  5. What's your take on those diets that limit carbohydrate intake like the Atkins Diet? Do these diets work?
  6. Why are some carbohydrates classified as simple, while others are complex?  Does it make a difference in how they are digested?
  7. What's the difference between a mono-saccharide and a di-saccharide?
  8. Class, don't forget about the glycemic index and its relationship to carbohydrates.  Why is this an important issue regarding carbohydrates?
  9. What are the health benefits, especially fiber? Are Americans consuming enough? What is the recommended daily amount of fiber? And one last question, is anyone in the class already consuming a fiber rich diet?
  10. Class: to tie into our discussion on carbohydrates, how are carbohydrates used during physical activity and exercise?  Are carbohydrates more important than fat and protein during exercise?
  11. What we are looking at here is whether the  type of exercise determines how we utilize carbohydrates (glucose) during exercise. Then after finding out about carbohydrate metabolism and energy, discuss how we use fats and protein during exercise.  Or do we?  
  12. What do you think should be the goals of a sound fitness program? Are all goals the same? What specific goals do you have personally with your own program?
  13. List and discuss the 5 components of a sound fitness program. Are any of these components a part of your own fitness program?

 

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Carbohydrate digestion begins in the mouth triggered by an enzyme called amylase and ends at large intestine. In large intestine, bacteria break the carbohydrates. Pancreatic amylase in pancreas, and lactase, sucrase and malatase in small intestine is secreted which breaks down the carbohydrates. The process of carbohydrate absorption differs with its

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