Let’s sit down and talk about the legendary carbohydrates. It seems every time you head out, you see everyone reading how much carbs they will be consuming if they eat that certain food. Generally the packaging will only tell you the measurement or percentage of total carbs per serving, a very vague description if you ask me. In this segment I would like to give you better view of the types of carbs and associated factories in your diet, for achieving your deity goals, and physical appearance.
Sugars are a type of carbohydrate, (simple carbohydrate) they are more easily converted into energy than any other food. Simple sugars need almost no digesting - they can enter the bloodstream immediately. Natural simple carbohydrates are the best carbs to include in the diet, and do not promote weight gain. This kind of food would be your daily fruits. Some food products contain a large percentage of simple carbs. Foods containing added table sugar can also be added to the list. Foods containing lots of added sugar and most are high in calories. These foods should be limited to lose weight; cakes, jam, chocolate, candy, biscuits, any tinned fruits or vegetables, honey. All carbohydrates are made up of units of sugar. Carbohydrates containing only one unit of sugar or two sugar units of sugar are known as "simple sugars" or "simple carbohydrates." Complex carbs are basically food containing wholegrain; wholegrain breads, oats, muesli and brown rice. Complex carbs are broken down into glucose more slowly than simple carbs and thus provide a gradual steady stream of energy throughout the day. Natural carbs are the better choice when on a diet.
Technically, all carbohydrates have the same number of calories per gram. But from a nutritional standpoint, they differ greatly. A soft drink for example, gives your body a higher percentage of carbs than simple carbohydrate calories. Compare that with carbohydrate-rich fruits, vegetables, and whole-grain products, which are loaded with fibre and antioxidants that keep you feeling good and also ward off diseases. So your best nutrition bet is to cut refined carbohydrates from foods such as sugar and white bread, and replace them with high-fibre alternatives such as whole-wheat pasta, breads, and cereals.
Technically, all carbohydrates have the same number of calories per gram. But from a nutritional standpoint, they differ greatly. A soft drink for example, gives your body a higher percentage of carbs than simple carbohydrate calories. Compare that with carbohydrate-rich fruits, vegetables, and whole-grain products, which are loaded with fibre and antioxidants that keep you feeling good and also ward off diseases. So your best nutrition bet is to cut refined carbohydrates from foods such as sugar and white bread, and replace them with high-fibre alternatives such as whole-wheat pasta, breads, and cereals.
Any diet that drastically cuts calories will result in fast weight loss, but keep in mind that fast weight loss tends to be followed by fast regain. Weight loss results from eating fewer calories and expending more energy with physical activity. The real test of any diet is whether it helps you keep the weight off permanently.
Following a low-carbohydrate diet generally puts you iin a state called "ketosis," meaning your body has no carbohydrates to burn for energy, so it burns stored fat or whatever else is available. Ketosis tends to reduce hunger,of course, it's calories that count when you are trying to lose weight.
Fat has more calories than either carbohydrates or protein.
Calories measure units of energy. Nearly all foods and beverages (except water) contain calories. The number of calories in food and drinks is an estimation of the energy units they contain. Calories are used throughout the body, to fuel physical activity and keep your bodily processes running smoothly. Your heart, brain, lungs, muscles, and all your vital organs need these energy units to function (vitamins and minerals also play a key role in all of your body's metabolic functions). Calories can only come from carbohydrates, protein, fats, and alcohol. One gram of carbohydrate equals 4 calories, and the same for gram of protein. A gram of fat is the equal to 9 calories, and a gram alcohol equals 7 calories. So, gram for gram, fat has twice as many calories as carbohydrates or protein
I have noticed many manufacturers cutting carbohydrates from their products and loading them up with fat without reducing the calories. A calorie is a calorie, whether it's from carbohydrate, protein, or fat.
Some new terms to be cautious are; "net carbohydrates," "impact carbohydrates" and "effective carbohydrates." These terms are used by food manufacturers to keep you relaxed in on the current carb-phobia., To be honest these new term just confuse consumers. Just read labels before you buy, and choose foods that are low in sugars but rich in fibers for the healthiest carbohydrates. You’re the one eating it, an the one to blame for the good results or the bad.
