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Carbohydrates are bad for your health because they can make you gain weight since they are relatively small molecules used to store energy in living systems. According to many psychologists and dietitians, eating too much refined carbohydrates can lead to heart diseases or obesity in most cases. It has been stated that carbohydrates can cause emotional and mental damage as well.
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What are bad carbohydrates?
Some foods seen as 'bad' carbohydrates are refined (processed) carbohydrates. For a list of refined (processed) carbohydrates see the page link, further down this page, listed under Related Questions.
Are bananas bad carbs?
Bananas are high in carbs but they are not 'bad' carbohydrates in the way that refined (processed) carbohydrates are. If you are unsure what constitutes a refined (processed) carbohydrate, you will find a list, further down this page, listed under Related Questions.
How can your health be improved if you increase your intake of carbohydrates and fiber?
The only time complex carbohydrates provide improvements in health is when they replace refined carbohydrates. This, importantly, lowers the glycaemic load of the diet, leading to improvements in blood sugar control, and a reduction in insulin levels.
Is pitta bread a carbohydrate?
Yes, pitta bread is a carbohydrate food. Moreover, it is made from refined (processed) carbohydrates. For more information about refined (processed) 'bad' carbohydrates, see the page link, further down this page listed under Related Questions.
What are the bad carbs?
The "bad" carbs are refined processed carbohydrates. To view a list, see the page link, further down this page, listed under Related Questions. .
Are less carbohydrates better for you?
Far less refined (processed) carbohydrate is better for health. That type of carbohydrate is a major cause of weight gain, obesity, and many diet related diseases. The best type of carbohydrate comes from fresh vegetables and fruit. Fresh vegetables and fruits are not refined/processed carbohydrates.
What nutrients do you need least of?
Refined carbohydrates and sugars.
What has the author T L Cleave written?
T. L. Cleave has written: 'The saccharine disease' -- subject(s): Adverse effects, Carbohydrates, Refined, Dietary Carbohydrates, Nutritionally induced diseases, Physiological effect, Refined Carbohydrates
Does sugar contain refined carbohydrates?
Yes, the standard type of sugars that you add to food or drinks is a refined carbohydrate.
What makes a healthy lunchbox?
Make it balanced. Include a serving of protein, a fruit or vegetable, and non-refined carbohydrates; maybe something extra as a snack. Minimize refined carbohydrates and artificial ingredients.
Do Wholesome carbohydrates provide vitamins minerals and fiber while refined carbohydrates are processed foods with a much lower nutrient content?
yes. There are good carbs and bad carbs. good carbs are in such vegetables. (sweet potatoe, etc) which have minerals... and bad carbs are with wheat, flour that is processed. but anything thats processed it bad.
What is a healthy diet with lots of carbohydrates?
A healthy diet with lots of carbohydrates is not a cake-fest; it means that the carbohydrates are unrefined, and in whole form whenever possible..."Good" carbohydrates--whole grains, fruits and vegetables, grain substitutes"Bad" carbohydrates--refined carbohydrates like white sugar, white flour, refined sweeteners like corn syrup, glucoseDon't forget to balance your foods; in addition to the carbohydrates (preferably unrefined and complex), make sure to get enough protein, and 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day. Essential fatty acids from fresh unprocessed vegetable oils are also good in moderation.
