Nutritional Guide - Flipbook - Page 10
STARCHY CARBOHYDRATES
Starchy carbohydrates
These foods contain starch, which our body digests
into glucose (sugar); glucose is our body’s preferred
source of energy. Compared to eating sugar, starchy
carbohydrates release sugar into our blood slowly
which helps control our blood sugar levels, while
making us feel satisfied from meals.
These foods also contain micronutrients such as
B vitamins (helps the body turn the glucose into
energy), calcium (strengthens our bones), iron (for
healthy red-blood cells and energy levels) and can
contain fibre.
Starchy carbohydrates can be either
high or low in fibre e.g. wholemeal
vs. white bread.
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