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Carbohydrates are sugars and starches such as bread, rice, and potatoes.

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It means a natural substance containing carbon, hydrogen and oxygen made by leafy plants. It is a food source necessary for health.

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A carbohydrate is a biological molecule consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms. In food science, carbohydrate means any food rich in starch (such as cereals, bread, and pasta).

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Carbohydrates are sugars and starches such as bread, rice, and potatoes.

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