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Carbohydrates exist in two forms - simple and complex. Complex carbohydrates should make up the majority of your calories, with a smaller amount coming from simple carbohydrates. Complex carbohydrates are long chains of glucose, which yield a slow release of glucose when digested. Complex carbohydrates provide fuel for about three to four hours.
Complex carbohydrates also provide fiber, a wide variety of vitamins and minerals and phytochemicals. Complex carbohydrates are found in breads, cereals, pasta, rice, beans, nuts, vegetables, and seeds. For maximum health benefits, choose whole grains.
Simple carbohydrates act to provide quick energy when digested in the body. This quick energy makes them a good choice for fast fuel, but they won't keep you satisfied for more than thirty to sixty minutes. Sources include fruits, milk sugars, and the sugar found in candies and table sugar.
Contrary to popular opinion, carbohydrates aren't designed to make you fat. The reality is that if you eat only the amount of carbohydrates you need to fuel your body they aren't stored. Carbohydrates ONLY end up as excess body fat when you eat more calories than you needs.
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You Should Know :Dr. Bhandari specializes in digestive disease disorders. He is triple board certified in Internal Medicine, Medical Nutrition & Gastroenterology. He is a highly trained and skilled Endoscopist. |
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