As the primary source of energy for the body, carbohydrates play a role in regulating fat and protein metabolism. With a sufficient supply of carbohydrates to meet the general needs of the body, it will not have to use protein and fat for energy. read more
Carbohydrates can be either simple or complex, but both types eventually turn into glucose. Simple carbohydrates are sugars and can be naturally occurring or added to foods. Natural sugars are found in fruit, dairy, vegetables, legumes and other whole foods. Fructose, for example, is a simple carbohydrate sugar in fruit. read more
Simple is carbohydrates that are made up of one or two sugar-units that are digested quickly. A food can be a lollipop. Complex is carbohydrates are made up of many units of sugar and are found in both natural and refined form. read more
The role of carbohydrates is to provide energy, as they are the body’s main source of fuel, needed for physical activity, brain function and operation of the organs. All the cells and tissues in your body need carbs, and they are also important for intestinal health and waste elimination. read more