Which foods are considered carbohydrates?
Foods can be divided into general categories: fats, proteins and carbohydrates. Just as proteins are made up of amino acids, carbohydrates are made up of smaller units called saccharides or sugars (glucose). Carbohydrate foods are broken down into sugars after being eaten and then converted into energy through biochemical processes to be used by the body's cells. All cells in the body, including brain and muscle cells, need sugar as an energy source, and carbohydrates are a major source of glucose (sugar) in our diet. Carbohydrates can be divided into two categories: simple carbohydrates and complex carbohydrates Simple Carbohydrates: Simple carbohydrates are also known as sugars, which are available both naturally and artificially, such as sugar, sugar, chocolate, jelly, dates, honey, and so on. Complex carbohydrates, often known as starchy foods or starchy foods, such as potatoes, rice, legumes, whole grains, breads, and pasta. What is the difference between simple and complex ca...