Diet Food: Carbs are necessary!

There are people who follow the diet trend of cutting carbs completely. But if you completely avoid carbohydrates that provide energy, how will the body get energy? One should understand what quantity of good and bad carbohydrates to take and season accordingly.

Carbohydrates are the main nutrients. Carbohydrates make up 70% of the food we eat on a daily basis. The digestive system converts carbohydrates into glucose. The body uses this glucose for energy in tissues, cells, and organs. So it's unwise to cut out energy-rich carbs altogether.

• Lack of carbohydrates?

If there is a lack of carbohydrates as sources of energy, the body will try to reveal the deficiency in the form of various symptoms. That is...

1. Boredom

 2. Bad breath

3. Constipation

4. Vomiting

5. Headache

6. Malnutrition

• D- Glucose The most important and vital starch is glucose. It is a simple sugar (monosaccharide) that all living things use for energy. But carbs definitely increase body weight. This problem is common for people who eat too much of the bad carbs they don't need and limit their intake of the good carbs they need. So which ones are good and which ones are bad? Awareness should be created on the subject.

• Good carbohydrates (complex carbs) The chemical form of these fibers requires the body to expend more energy to digest them. The energy from these is useful for the body for a long time. Among the good carbs….

• Nutrients, high in fiber

• Low glycemic index

• Fills the stomach with less calories

• The rate at which the body expends energy (metabolism) increases. Whole wheat breads, rolls, cereals, green vegetables, sweet potatoes and fresh fruits belong to this category.

• Bad carbohydrates (simple carbohydrates)

1. All these are peeled and polished materials. These are low in natural nutrients and fiber. Among the bad carbs….

2. Low in fiber and nutrients

3. High glycemic index

4. Calories turn into fat

5. High glucose levels (causes lethargy) Chocolates, sweets, sweetened cereals, sodas, soft drinks, and shelled eggs belong to this category.

• Good carbohydrates include… Oatmeal biscuits, orange juice, apples, carrots, tomatoes, raisins, grapes, bananas.

 1. Oatmeal: It is a stable starch that provides long-lasting energy. A cup of oatmeal made with water contains 159 calories. Contains 4 grams of fiber and 6 grams of protein.

2. Apple: This breakfast fruit, which should be taken between meals, contains 4 grams of fiber and pectins that reduce bad cholesterol. It is beneficial when taken with peanut butter which is rich in protein.

 3. Sweet Potatoes: This is a true 'superfood'. A cup of sweet potato slices contains 7 grams of fiber, high levels of vitamin A, C, and 4 grams of protein.

4. Chickpeas: A cup of boiled, unpeeled chickpeas contains 15 grams of fiber and the same amount of protein. No other substance contains such amount of nutrients.

 5. Tomatoes: These are rich in vitamins and minerals. Along with fiber, they also contain the antioxidant lycopene.