Complex Carbohydrates

08/08/2017

As with all macronutrients, excess consumption of carbohydrates leading to excessive daily caloric intake will lead to weight gain and eventual elevation in BMI. There is no evidence that percent energy consumed from any one source has an appreciable effect on weight gain or loss.

Carbohydrates are a macronutrient that can be classified in several ways including simple (glucose, fructose, galactose, sucrose, lactose, lactulose) versus complex (starch, cellulose, hemicellulose, glycogen), refined versus whole grain, by glycemic index, and by glycemic load (GL).[1] In North Ame...

08/05/2017

Firstly, not all carbohydrates are the same (did you know most vegetables are packed full of carbohydrates?). There are three kinds of carbohydrates, starch, sugar and fibre. But if you are thinking about cutting carbs out of your diet then there are two types of carbs that need to be considered.

Reducing carb intake is not a new diet concept, in fact it has been an effective means of treating…

08/02/2017

The main function of carbohydrates is to provide energy for the body to use, in the form of glucose.

Arguably the most misunderstand of the 3 major macronutrients is the humble carbohydrate. And unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last decade, you’ve probably heard that carbs are bad and will make you fat!

07/29/2017

Fortunately, eating low-carb does NOT have to be complicated.

It includes meats, fish, seafood, vegetables, fruits, fats, dairy, nuts, seeds, beverages, herbs and spices.

07/26/2017

You decide when the time is right. Your weight loss may slow down a bit.

What are the top low-carb foods? The greatest breakfasts? The most common mistakes? Awesome guides, recipes & meal plans. We make low carb simple.

07/23/2017

Learn more about what you can eat.

07/20/2017

There are plenty of carbs that should be eaten on a regular basis.

Diet-to-Go takes healthy living a step further. Get everything you need to lose weight: including tips, recipes, ideas, information & much, much more.

07/20/2017

Learn about the best carbohydrate choices for diet and weight loss.

Carbohydrates are an essential part of any diet, even when you're trying to lose weight. Learn about the best carbohydrate choices for diet and weight loss.

07/20/2017

Limit intake of foods with added sugars.

Carbohydrates are one of the main types of nutrients and the one needed in the largest amounts by the body. Between 45 and 65 percent of calories should come from carbs, according to the Dietary ...