STAY ON TOP OF YOUR CARBS - THEYRE NOT JUST SUGAR - Three categories of carbohydrate are naturally present in your food: starch, sugar and fiber. Since carbohydrates are your bodys main source of energy, the majority of your daily calories -- generally 45 to 65 percent -- should come from carbohydrates. One gram of carbohydrate is equal to 4 calories. Pure sugar is the simplest form of carbohydrate; however, it is healthier to consume carbohydrates that occur naturally in foods like fruits, starchy vegetables and grains, since these foods often provide other nutrients, such as protein, vitamins and minerals. Written by Arielle Kamps is a registered and licensed dietitian with a master of science degree in nutrition from Case Western Reserve University. She counsels clients on a wide range of nutrition-related issues, including weight loss, cardiovascular health, sports nutrition and diabetes management. From healthyeating.sfgate/carbohydrates-eating-wheat-3025.html
Posted on: Sat, 26 Jul 2014 18:18:26 +0000
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