What is the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates?

We explain the importance of carbohydrates and how to identify simple carbs vs. complex carbs. read more

While most people have heard that complex carbohydrates are better for you than simple carbohydrates, what's often unclear is how the two differ, and why the differences between the two affect your health. read more

Carbohydrates are sugars that come in 2 main forms - simple and complex. This is also referred to as simple sugars and starches. The difference between a simple and complex carb is in how quickly it is digested and absorbed - as well as it's chemical structure. read more