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Which is Better High or Low Carbs?
There has been evidence showing that low carb diets are better than high carbs for weight loss, evidence that high carb diets are better, and evidence that they are roughly the same, so it is difficult to say conclusively which is better. What are Carbohydrates? Carbohydrates (carbs) are a type of macronutrient, the other types of nutrients are protein, and fat. Macronutrients are simply nutrients that your body needs in large amounts to function. Carbs are made up of sugar, starches, and fiber. Your digestive system breaks down carbs into glucose, or blood sugar. The bloodstream absorbs glucose, and uses it as energy to fuel the body. There are different…
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What Foods are Highest in Carbs to Avoid?
Some of the foods highest in carbs to avoid include soft pretzels at 100 carbs, pancakes at 100 carbs, dulce de leche at 168 carbs, and some cereals at 90 carbs. Carbs are not necessarily a bad thing. Carbohydrates are made of sugar, starches, and sugars. They are a type of macronutrient found in certain foods and drinks. They are actually the main source of energy for the body. They are founds in fruits, grains, vegetables, and milk. All carbs are sugar molecules, and they come in two main types, simple molecules and complex molecules. Simple carbs are the simple sugars with basic structures like sucrose(table sugar), fructose(fruit), and lactose(milk).…