24/09/2020
Carbohydrates are your body's main source of energy.
They help fuel your brain, kidneys, heart muscles, and central nervous system.
Fiber is a carbohydrate that aids in digestion, helps you feel full, and keeps blood cholesterol levels in check.
Healthy carbohydrate-rich foods (containing 12 grams of carbohydrates or more per serving) include
Whole grains: quinoa, amaranth, barley, brown rice, oatmeal, whole-grain pasta and whole-grain breakfast cereals
Fruits: berries, citrus fruits, melons, apples, pears, bananas and kiwifruit
Starchy vegetables: sweet potatoes, yams, corn. peas and carrots
Legumes: lentils, black beans, pinto beans, navy beans, chick peas and soybeans
Milk products: low-fat milk, plain yogurt and soy yogurt
Healthy foods lower in carbohydrates (less than 10 grams per serving) include:
Nonstarchy vegetables: leafy greens, spinach, cabbage, asparagus, tomatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, cucumbers, peppers, zucchini and mushrooms
Nuts and seeds: pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds, cashews, walnuts, peanuts and pistachios
Soy milk and tofu.
