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.

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The Sugar Content of Foods

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Lindsay Stern

Your diet is made up two kinds of sugar: those naturally found in foods and those that are added to your foods. Some foods like dairy products or fruits contain naturally occurring sugars, while almost all processed foods contain some sort of added sugar.