Which of the following best explains why "carbs" (carbohydrates)are advertised by manufacturers of candy bars and sports drinks as a "quick energy boost"?
A)The energy in them can be stored as fat,which has high energy per unit weight.
B)The carbons in carbs are rich in energy because they are highly oxidized.
C)Carbs are reduced molecules that have high-energy electrons.
D)This is an advertising gimmick that has no scientific evidence to support it.

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Carbohydrates (carbs) are reduced molecules that have high-energy electrons. When broken down in the body, they release energy quickly, making them a source of quick energy. Manufacturers of candy bars and sports drinks advertise them as a quick energy boost because they typically contain high amounts of simple sugars which are easily broken down and used by the body for energy.

Which of the Following Best Explains Why "Carbs" (Carbohydrates)are Advertised