Muscular System Physiology. Function of Muscle Tissue. The main function of the muscular system is movement. Muscles are the only tissue in the body that has the ability to contract and therefore move the other parts of the body. Related to the function of movement is the muscular systemâs second function: the maintenance of posture and body position.
Carbohydrate and Fiber Counts for Jicama. 1 oz. of raw jicama: 1 gram of effective (net) carbohydrate plus 1 gram of fiber and 11 calories. 1 cup of raw jicama slices: 4.5 grams of effective (net) carb plus 6 grams of fiber and 46 calories. 4 oz. (Â¼ lb.) of jicama: 4 grams of effective (net) carbohydrate plus 6 grams of fiber and 42 calories.
Jifâs reduced fat peanut butter eliminates 4 grams of fat, but it has nearly double the amount of carbohydrates. As a result, the total calories stay the same. Youâll also get significantly more sodium: 220 milligrams in a 2-tablespoon serving.