Carbohydrates have four calories per gram.
The brain and nervous system run on the glucose provided by carbs.
Carbs fuel the muscles during exercise.
Carbs help maintain tissue protein.
The body converts protein to carbohydrates when carb stores are low.
100 to 150 grams of carbohydrates are needed to prevent drawing on the body’s proteins.
Carbs aid in the breakdown of free fatty acids.
Complex carbohydrates such as fruits vegetables , whole grains are good because they convert to blood sugar more slowly and provide energy longer. They are also excellent sources of vitamins , minerals and fiber.
Refined carbs such as sugar , candy , sodas , white breads , ect are bad because they have zero nutrition value , they pack a load of calories and their quick energy jags are rapidly depleted.
