The nurse is providing education to a patient about the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further education?

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Simple carbohydrates are broken down and absorbed quickly, providing a quick source of energy. Examples are sugars such as those derived from fruit (fructose), table sugar (sucrose), milk products (lactose), and blood sugar (glucose). Complex carbohydrates are composed of starches, glycogen, and fiber. They take longer to break down prior to absorption and utilization by the body's cells.

The Nurse Is Providing Education to a Patient About the Difference