Carbohydrates (Carbs)

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What is a simple definition of carbohydrates?

AI Overview

Carbohydrates, or carbs, are a major nutrient in food that your body breaks down into glucose to use as a primary source of energy. Found in foods like sugar, bread, fruit, and grains, they are one of the three main nutrients, along with proteins and fats.  (search of ‘carbohydrates definition’)

AI Overview

Carbohydrates are an essential nutrient that play a crucial role in our health. However, not all carbohydrates are created equal. 

Good Carbohydrates: 

• Complex carbohydrates: Found in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes. 
• Provide sustained energy: These carbohydrates are digested slowly, releasing glucose      gradually into the bloodstream. 
• Rich in nutrients: Complex carbohydrates contain fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. 
• Examples: Brown rice, quinoa, sweet potatoes, whole-wheat bread, beans, lentils. 

Bad Carbohydrates: 

• Simple carbohydrates: Found in sugary drinks, processed foods, and refined grains. 
• Cause rapid blood sugar spikes: These carbohydrates are digested quickly, leading to a sudden      surge in blood sugar levels. 
• Lack nutrients: Simple carbohydrates are often devoid of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. 
• Examples: White bread, sugary sodas, pastries, white rice, sugary cereals. 

Freds Take: ………AI...half smart.

Just Eat These Every Day and You Will Live to 100 Not What You Think Dr Eric Berg

Dr. NK Wilson 19:00 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYVDeTBi-R4 (!!!?)

The #1 MOST Dangerous Carbohydrate in the World!

Drberg short https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VQyj-aFpk3o (Modified Food Starch)

Explaining WHY I Ate Carbs

Shawn Baker MD 8:04 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28SZD8Vw9Fo