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Chapter: 11th Nutrition and Dietetics : Chapter 9 : Carbohydrates and Energy

Requirements of carbohydrates

The percentage of calories derived from carbohydrates in diets consumed by a vast majority of people in the developing countries is as high as 60 – 70%.

Requirements of carbohydrates

The body has a specific need for carbohydrates as a source of energy for the brain and other tissue cells,for the synthesis of lactose in milk(lactating women) and galactose and other sugars present in the cerebrosides and muco-polysaccharides. The percentage of calories derived from carbohydrates in diets consumed by a vast majority of people in the developing countries is as high as 60 – 70%.The carbohydrate calories should be atleast 40% in well-balanced diets.The optimal levels of carbohydrates in the diet, taking into account the physiological needs for proteins and fats are given in table 9.2.



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