Carbohydrares is the main source of energy for physical and mental activity. In addition, all types of carbohydrates are necessary a steady muscle growth.
It is worth noting that when the body is over saturated with carbohydrates you are often prone to over eat. This is due to the fact that carbs are quicly absorbed by the body.
Carbohydrates do not require long digestion and thus gives a quick boost of energy. For this reason it is not recommended to eat carbs in the evening.
Lack of carbs in the diet results in the body burning proteins. This is a disadvantage because the protein is more useful for the recovery of the body. The calorie content of proteins and carbs are relatively similar.
Benefits of carbohydrates
Food high in carbs tends to taste better. Where many people tend to skip or be afraid on carbohydrate intake, athletes understand the extreme importance of carbs. Carbs are simply irreplaceable because of the energy intensity and quick abssorption. Many sports enthusiasts use carbs prior to a workout to prevent burning proteins and to benefit from the explosiveness of the training.
We have 2 types of carbohydrates; fast( simple) and slow.
Fast carbs are absorbed very rapidly in the digestive process and makes you hungry sooner. These fast carbs lead to a rapid increase in insulin mainly due to their high sugars. For people suffering from diabetes it is best to stay away from fast carbohydrates. The fast carbs to stay away from or at least be aware off are:carrot , watermelon, fresh apples, prunes, dried apricot, dates, grapes, honey.
Slow carbs lead to a slower insulin increase and a slower digestion which also does not make you hungry as soon. Slower burn but overall less spiky insulin in the body. Slow carbs release the energy gradualy and evenly for 3-5 hours.
Slow carbohydrates are useful for brain function, not just for muscle tone. It is wrong to exclude or cut carbs in the diet. It is necessary to replace as many fast carbs as possible with slow one. By doing this the process of weight loss will continue to move without plateau. Slow carbs are typically found in: pumpkin, beetroot, potatoes, boiled corn, pasta from hard wheat, peas, whole grain bread, cereals, buckwhead and wild rice. These foods are digested slowly, but do not contain fats and are well suited for dietary nutrition.
How many carbs you need to eat?
Carbohydrates are an indispensable and necessary part of any persons diet and their amount should be ( 50-70) percent of the personsdiet. The amount of carbs is effected by a lot of parameters, as well as goals you set foe yourself.