Carbohydrates Guide: Complex Carbs vs. Processed Sugars

Carbohydrates serve as an essential energy source, but processed versions can lead to inflammation and weight gain. Understanding the difference between complex carbs like oatmeal and simple sugars is key to metabolic health.

Carb Cycling Meal Plans

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Jessica Herschberg

A low carb diet is a popular choice for weight loss, and can be combined with splurge days to be more effective and easy to maintain. Interest in carb cycling diets is on the rise because of the appeal of being able to eat cheat foods and still lose weight quickly.

Jessica Herschberg has been writing professionally since 2010. She has helped over 150 clients lose weight and become healthier through her extensive knowledge of weight loss, metabolic efficiency, and sports nutrition. She is a certified USA triathlon coach, a sports nutrition specialist with the International Society of Sports Nutrition, and a certified personal trainer with the National Society of Sports Medicine.