Carbohydtrates In Your Cooking The major function of carbohydrates is to provide energy for muscular activity and the creation of warmth. The greater the physical demands on the body, the higher is the energy need and, therefore, the carbohydrate requirement. Carbohydrates occur mainly as sugar and starch in vegetable foods (flou... Similar Editorial : Cooking With Chocolate by Gwydion. | Source : Culinary Art School