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Unlike refined (processed) carbohydrates, the carbohydrates in fresh fruit and fresh vegetables are considered 'good' carbs. If you are counting carbohydrates, some fruit and vegetables are higher in carbs than others are.
For the carbohydrate content of fruit and vegetables, and fruit and vegetable carbohydrate charts that you can use as daily guides, see the page links, further down this page, listed under Related Questions.
Not exactly. However, too much, especially the more processed carbs, tend to be worse for you than too little or a balanced amount every day.. Your body needs carbs as an energy source, especially before strenuous activity like that of sports. Too much carbs and not enough fruit and vegetables could make things hard for you.
Carbohydrates can be good and bad for the body. Carbohydrates are digested to produce glucose. Glucose is the fuel that powers the body. Although humans cannot digest some forms of carbohydrates, such as cellulose fiber, they are part of a healthy diet because they aid digestion. Excessive carbohydrate consumption will cause health problems. See the link
Processed flours, sugars, cereals, breads, potato chips/crisps, ice cream, pasta, Pizza, cakes, biscuits/cookies, desserts, etc., (all refined/processed carbohydrates) are generally regarded as "bad"... or "empty calories"... and are better saved for the occasional treat.
For a list of refined (processed) carbohydrates, see the page link, further down this page, listed under Related Questions. Fresh vegetables are generally regarded as "good" or better carbohydrates and good for health (organic vegetables are even better).
(However, a glass or two of red wine is good for you. The key is moderation with all things.)
There is no such thing as "good" carbs or "bad" carbs. Carbs come in many forms, namely;
Monosaccharides, disaccharides and polysaccharides. All of these occur naturally in food.
Rice is from a plant and so is made mainly from starch, a polysaccharide.
Most fruits have the good kind of carbohydrates. Meaning your body doesn't have to add an additional step, or two in order to break them down.
The amount of carbs in fruit will vary depending on the fruit someone wishes to eat. In an apple for example there are 25 grams of carbs, an orange by contrast contains only 11 grams.
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Can carbohydrates harm us?
there are good carbs and bad carbs, so yes carbs can hurt if they are bad
Do Wholesome carbohydrates provide vitamins minerals and fiber while refined carbohydrates are processed foods with a much lower nutrient content?
yes. There are good carbs and bad carbs. good carbs are in such vegetables. (sweet potatoe, etc) which have minerals... and bad carbs are with wheat, flour that is processed. but anything thats processed it bad.
Do Avocado have carbs?
Yes, avocados contain carbs. For the carbohydrate content of avocado by weight or portion size, please see the page link, further down this page, listed under Related Questions.
How many calories does half avocado have?
There are:2 carbohydrates in 1 ounce or 28g of avocado.
Are simple or complex carbohydrates healthier?
Carbohydrates are complicated to understand sometimes. There are good carbs and bad carbs. The good carbs are complex carbs and are found in most good and healthy foods.
Your avocado's good for you?
Yes, they have many vitamins but they also have a lot of bad calories too.
Are foods with carbohydrates really bad for you?
Like almost everything, carbs are not bad if consumed in moderation. Carbs are responsible for providing you with energy, so completely eliminating them will be bad. Carbs that come from junk food are bad, but there are other carbs that are beneficial to you.
How to Tell if an Avocado is Bad?
if it has mold
What are bad carbohyrates?
Not all carbohydrates are bad since our bodies need them to help produce energy. However there are some that are not good for you. Complex carbs are good while simple carbs are bad. The bad ones can be found in things such as soda, sugar, potatoes, pastries, desserts, white bread, white rice, and white pasta.
What do charbohydrates do for your body?
Good carbs. give you energy, bad, hmm.. now that is a different story.
Is a potat bad for you?
Potatoes are not bad for you unless you eat them in excess. If you are struggling with weight or have problems with simple carbs, potatoes may not be good for you.
Is it bad to eat avocado every day?
Yes, it is very good for you and is one of the best vegetables you can eat. It has protein and many vitamins that are good for your skin and hair. Guacamole is obviously the best source of avocado and it tastes great too with chips!
