Paraffin wax, used in some candles, is not based upon the ester functional group, but is a mixture of high molecular weight alkanes. Ear wax is a mixture of phospholipids and esters of cholesterol. The waxes with their component alcohols and fatty acids are listed in the table on the left.
One has to be careful to eat tomatoes in moderation when on a low carb diet. The 5 grams of carbs in a regular sized tomato is virtually nothing, so you can have quite a few. The moderation is because these carbohydrates are not complex. In tomatoes, youâll find the essential nutrient lycopene (amongst others). Itâs found in many red/pink fruits, but is in abundance in cooked tomatoes.
Complex Carbs Endure. Starch is the form of carbohydrate usually referred to as complex carbs. Onions and other plants store the sugar they need in the form of starches. These carbs are similar to simple sugar because they consist of molecules of sugar.otal Carbohydrates. One small raw onion, which equals about two large slices, has 6.5 grams of total carbohydrates. The recommended dietary allowance for healthy men and women is 130 grams of total carbohydrates daily, so you'll get 5 percent of your daily carbs from this portion.