Simple VS Complex Carbs
Question: What is the difference between simple carbohydrates and complex carbohydrates?
Answer: Simple carbohydrates are the ones that should be avoided. They are sugars that are converted too rapidly into glucose and absorbed by the blood. This gives us an immediate shot of energy followed by a sudden fall in energy. Simple carbohydrates include sweets like candy,
Foods high in complex carbohydrates include:
Vegetables: In salads and soups as well as raw an cooked vegetables and potatoes
Whole grains: bread, pasta, cereals made from whole grains (not processed), brown rice.
Legumes: Fresh and dried beans peas and lentils.
Seeds and nuts: Eat in moderation because these are high in fat.
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