The Truth About Carbohydrates!

All carbohydrates are not bad! You should focus on eating complex carbohydrates instead of simple carbohydrates.

Carbohydrates are sugars and starches that give your body fuel for energy.  There are two types of carbohydrates: Simple and Complex.

Simple carbohydrates are made of a few sugar molecules. They are rapidly digested, make you feel sluggish  and leave your body craving more.  Simple carbohydrates are found in processed and refined sugars like candy, table sugar, syrups, soft drinks and cakes. These will give you a quick jolt of energy but they lack the vitamins, minerals and fiber that you need for a balanced diet.

Table sugar Brown sugar Corn syrup Honey Maple syrup

Molasses Jams, jellies Fruit drinks Soft drinks Candy

Complex carbohydrates are made of a group of sugar molecules. They slowly digest over time, give you energy and leave your body feeling full and satisfied. Complex carbohydrates are rich in vitamin, minerals and fiber. They are commonly found in whole plant foods.

• Green vegetables
• Whole grains and foods made from them, such as oatmeal, pasta, and whole-grain breads
• Starchy vegetables such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, and pumpkin
• Beans, lentils, and peas

Source: US National Library Of Medicine and NutritionMD.Org