What does CHO mean in FOOD & NUTRITION

CHO stands for Carbon Hydrogen and Oxygen.

Yes, all carbohydrates are made from a combination of CHO molecules. The basic elements that make up a carbohydrate molecule include carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.

Yes, there are different forms of carbohydrates such as monosaccharides (simple sugars), disaccharides (double sugars), and polysaccharides (complex carbohydrates). Monosaccharides contain one molecule of CHO while disaccharides have two molecules of CHO and polysaccharides have three or more molecules of CHO.

Carbohydrates provide energy to the body in the form of glucose which is used for cellular functions and metabolism. Eating too many simple sugars can lead to spikes in blood sugar levels which can be harmful to health if unchecked over time. Therefore, it's important to maintain a healthy balance between complex carbs like starch found in grains or beans with simple sugars like fruit or honey so as not to overload on simple carbs.

Foods high in carbohydrates include grains such as wheat or rice, fruits like apples or bananas, vegetables such as potatoes or squash, dairy products like milk or yogurt, nuts like almonds or walnuts, legumes such as beans or lentils, starchy vegetables like peas or corn, honey or other sweeteners, processed foods such pasta dishes or sugary drinks.