All About Carbs

Knowing Your Carbohydrates To Benefit Weight Loss

Most people don’t know there is a difference in carbohydrates and often see carbs in weight loss as something to avoid. There are two different kinds of carbohydrates, fibre and starch, both playing an important part in a healthy diet.

Fibre Carbohydrates

You can find fibre carbohydras in fruits, vegetables, whole grain foods, nuts and seeds and are also sources of fibre. Unlick starch carbohydrates, they can’t be digested and passes through the digestive system intact.

Fibre carbs are important for our health. Supporting our heart, controlling blood sugar levels, controls hunger and improves gut health. As well as your health, these key elements play a crucial role into weight loss. Controlling your appetite by eating foods which make you feel more full for a longer duration aids in over eating and binging. Looking after your gut health supports a good digestive system and controlling blood sugar levels prevents the risk diseases like diabetes that is a high risk for people who are overweight. They can also help to detoxify waste from the colon and manage weight gain.

Starch Carbohydrates

You’ll find starch carbohydrates in foods such as potatoes, corn, wheat and rice, more ‘commonly known’ carbs. Starch is best for providing energy once digested and broken down into glucose.

Although in the weight loss world starch carbohydrates and commonly avoided, they are key for many aspects of our diet and health. Supporting energy levels, muscle function, brain health and feeling full. They further regulate our metabolic rate and help our body to efficiently burn fat.

Which Carbs For Weight Management

Don’t avoid starch carbohydrates! Instead go for food types like brown rice, sweet potatoes, whole grain foods, oats and barley. They provide a low calories alternative of starchy foods.

Fruits and vegetables are obviously a vital part of a balanced diet, as well as a carb they are a great form of fibre. Incorporating berries, apples, leafy greens and other veg and fruit into each meal is ideal. As well as nuts and seeds which provide great health benefits as well as supporting weight management. To find out how you can turn around your lifestyle and start managing your weight download our brochure.