BEST 3 BENEFITS OF EATING CARBOHYDRATE RICH FOODS

in #health7 years ago

Carbohydrates are the sugars, starches and fibers found in fruits, grains, vegetables and milk products. They are one of the main ways the body obtains energy, or calories for its build up and metabolism. We need carbohydrates for our day to day activities because as each day passes, we go to our daily activities, the body uses up some amount of energy. The three main benefits of eating foods that contain carbohydrates are as i will explain are below;

  1. Energy Production: For a car to start and run properly, it needs fuel, right; so like wise our body. Carbohydrates are like the body's main source of fuel. When you eat a food that contains carbohydrate, the body breaks this food down into sugars and starches and absorbs them into the bloodstream. After it has been absolved into the bloodstream, they now become glucose, or blood sugar. The body needs this glucose to have the energy required to do everything from breathing to all other things. In addition to this , the brain also needs this glucose to function properly. The inability to take in enough carbohydrates, can make the body become weak and unable to focus on even simple tasks.

2.Improves Digestion: Taking good food that contains carbohydrates that is rich in fiber can help prevent digestive problems, such as constipation and indigestion. When you take in the type of fiber that doesn't break down during digestion, It pushes other food along your digestive tract, speeding up the digestive process. This fibers are also called insoluble fiber. Without taken in sufficient carbohydrates, you may not get enough fiber to keep your digestive system regular.


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  1. Controls Weight: Many people say carbohydrates are responsible for their weight gain, but the truth is that carbohydrates are essential for healthy weight control. From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is recommended that getting 14 grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories that you consume each day is good. And carbohydrate is the source of fiber in the body. Foods that are high in fiber are generally low in calories as well, so getting enough fiber can help you lose weight.

Generally, carbohydrate is good in the body and good fiber intake can help digestion to take place spontaneously and also reduction or help in loss of weight.

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