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.

Healthy food. Appetizer. Crispbread with steamed vegetables (eggplant, carrot, onion)

Can You Live Without Carbohydrates?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Kelsey Casselbury

Whether you call it Atkins, Paleo, South Beach or simply a low-carb diet, some weight-loss methods tout the superiority of protein and fat over the third macronutrient, carbohydrates.