Fibrous Carbs Vs. Starchy Carbs
February 17th, 2010 by admin
The end result of all broken down carbs is glucose, also called blood sugar. Whether it’s bread, broccoli or a spoon of sugar, the body breaks each of these down to use as a main fuel source. The body needs carbs but which ones are best? Complex carbs take longer to break down offering a more sustained supply of energy for the body. Simple carbs are sugar and fruit which convert rapidly creating a rapid energy boost but it doesn’t last long and has a quick decline. If you’re looking to lose weight, fibrous leafy vegetables are what you want to eat, keeping away from breads and pastas. Vegetables are your best bet for a lower calorie count and a larger volume.