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Carbohydrates provide energy for the body for a few hours after consumption.

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Do lipids provide a quick source of energy?

Lipids do not provide a quick source of energy compared to carbohydrates. Lipids are more efficiently stored in the body for long-term energy use, while carbohydrates are the body's primary source of quick energy due to their rapid breakdown into glucose.


How long does it take the body to convert carbs into energy?

The body typically takes about 30 minutes to 2 hours to convert carbohydrates into energy that can be used by the body.


What would provide a body with the most energy?

Foods high in fat have the most energy per gram (i.e. 9 calories/gram vs. 4 calories/gram for carbohydrates or proteins). This is why it is easy to get fat if you eat fatty food and are not performing work involving lots of physical labor to burn those calories.


How long does it take for carbs to be converted into energy in the body?

Carbohydrates are typically converted into energy in the body within 30 minutes to 2 hours after consumption, depending on the type of carbohydrate and individual metabolism.


Complex carbohydrates provide the body with long-lasting energy.?

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Does Simple carbohydrates provide the body with long-lasting energy.?

It's false


Complex carbohydrates such as what provide the body with long lasting energy?

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How do eggs add nutritions to mashed potato?

Eggs contain protein. Protein is a good source of energy that can be relatively low fat and low carb. Protein can provide a long lasting source of energy as well while carbs provide a short term boost of energy.


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What are substances that provide the energy the body need?

Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are the primary substances that provide energy for the body. Carbohydrates are the body's preferred source of energy, fats are stored for long-term energy reserves, and proteins can be broken down into amino acids that can be used for energy in times of need.


What complex carbohydrates provide the body with long lasting energy?

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How does low carbohydrates help you to lose weight?

Know that carbs ARE good for you. They are a major source of energy for the body. However, excess carbs not used as fuel can be broken down into long term storage, becoming fat. So if you exercise moderately 3 days a week and don't have enough energy in your body, fat will be broken down to supply that need as a fuel source.