CoachCrimson
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I think there are also 3 categories that we refer to nutritionally (rather than organic chemically, lol): Sugars, Starches, and Complex. or something like that...
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DeepGreen
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I belive there are also "simple" carbs...or are those simply refeered as sugar?
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Trevor I don't want to hear a word...
*POP QUIZ*
Carbohydrates are usually classified into 3 categories, what are they?
Answer
Monosacharides,Oligosaccharides, and polysacharide (answered by trevor is correct.
Also though and mainly more of what I want to talk about is...
Simple carbs
Complex carbs
Fibrous carbs
What does this have to do with my fat loss?
Knowing which foods are what of these and what they do for your body can really help you feel better, control energy levels, control cravings, and overall help you on you goals towards fat loss.
Simple carbs-Table sugar, honey, fruit...
Simple carbs are great for quick energy, but lack the long haul. If you don't pair simple carbs with good protein, you are likely to burn up your fuel realll quick (do to fast digest) and come down. These sugars are fast acting insulin spiking sugars and should be paired properly with other foods.
Complex carbs-Whole grains, rice, pasta, oats, sweet potatos
Complex carbs are great for longer lasting energy. They take longer for the body to break down and digest, therefor providing you more energy over a period of time. They still give raise to insulin spikes and should still be pair with protein and fats. They are also much more calorie dense so be careful, they add up the calories quick.
Fibrous carbs-Spinach, broccoli, kale, greens in general
Fibrous carbs are well basically full of fiber. They provide very little energy because they cause very little sugar spikes. You can eat these own their own and in a pretty high abundance. Obviously our bodies work best with these kinds of foods and obviously we are least likely to be drawn to them.
Quick tips
-Every meal pair with a protein
-Only have fruit from the simple and least processed grains from the complex
-Have tons of fibrous veggies
-Listen to your body and check out how you feel after eating each and then eat what makes you feel best, the most!
*POP QUIZ*
Carbohydrates are usually classified into 3 categories, what are they?
Answer
Monosacharides,Oligosaccharides, and polysacharide (answered by trevor is correct.
Also though and mainly more of what I want to talk about is...
Simple carbs
Complex carbs
Fibrous carbs
What does this have to do with my fat loss?
Knowing which foods are what of these and what they do for your body can really help you feel better, control energy levels, control cravings, and overall help you on you goals towards fat loss.
Simple carbs-Table sugar, honey, fruit...
Simple carbs are great for quick energy, but lack the long haul. If you don't pair simple carbs with good protein, you are likely to burn up your fuel realll quick (do to fast digest) and come down. These sugars are fast acting insulin spiking sugars and should be paired properly with other foods.
Complex carbs-Whole grains, rice, pasta, oats, sweet potatos
Complex carbs are great for longer lasting energy. They take longer for the body to break down and digest, therefor providing you more energy over a period of time. They still give raise to insulin spikes and should still be pair with protein and fats. They are also much more calorie dense so be careful, they add up the calories quick.
Fibrous carbs-Spinach, broccoli, kale, greens in general
Fibrous carbs are well basically full of fiber. They provide very little energy because they cause very little sugar spikes. You can eat these own their own and in a pretty high abundance. Obviously our bodies work best with these kinds of foods and obviously we are least likely to be drawn to them.
Quick tips
-Every meal pair with a protein
-Only have fruit from the simple and least processed grains from the complex
-Have tons of fibrous veggies
-Listen to your body and check out how you feel after eating each and then eat what makes you feel best, the most!
Lol, yes mam...