Discussion Carbohydrates
1. Instructions: Read the scenario, and post your answers to the questions that follow. Also, read and respond to at least one of your fellow classmates’ post. (Make sure your post is more substantial that just “I agree”. Provide specifics.) Incomplete assignments will be deducted 5 points. Remember to follow netiquette rules.
John and Mike are identical twins who like the same games, sports, and foods. However, John like to chew sugar-free gum and Mike doesn’t. At their last dental visit, John had no cavities but Mike had two. Mike wants to know why John, who chews gum after eating, doesn’t have cavities and he does. How would you explain this to him?
2. Think about your usual eating habits. List three food items that would fall under the “refined grains” category. Select three “whole grains” food items you would be willing to substitute in place of the refined grains.