Carbohydrates: The Good vs The Bad
There are three types of carbohydrates to be aware of: sugar, starches, and fiber. These three types are broken down into two standards – simple versus complex. These standards are classified by chemical structure and how quickly the sugar is digested and absorbed. This is important because high amounts of simple sugars raise triglyceride levels, which may be associated with coronary heart disease, diabetes, and fatty liver. Simple carbohydrates are