What are simple and complex carbs?
This is a very common question and can be easily answered. Often simple carbohydrates are referred to as “bad carbs” because they are altered from their natural state, usually to produce a sweeter version of the food. Simple carbs are already partially broken down, so the body processes these quickly. This is not good because, the longer a food stays in your system the longer you will feel full. Often simple carbs are found in foods like pastries, white flour, and other processed “white” foods. However, there are a few natural simple carbohydrates….and if you are going to eat simple carbs….please choose these: Apples, Blackberries, Black currants, Cherries, Cranberries, Grapefruits, Kiwis,Lemons, Melons, Oranges, Peaches, Pears, Plums, Raspberries, and Strawberries. Here is a list of simple carbs to avoid: table sugar, cakes, biscuits, jam, chocolate, fudge, candy, toffee, gum, boiled sweets, mint sweets, licorice, honey, soda pop, tinned fruits, chutney, pickles, and pudding. Comp
