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    #HealthBytes: Why are carbs important for you?

    #HealthBytes: Why are carbs important for you?

    By Rashi Bhattacharyya
    Sep 25, 2020
    01:06 am

    What's the story

    Carbohydrates or carbs are foods that get converted into glucose, or sugar, in our bodies during digestion.

    Dairy, legumes, fruits, grains are some of its main sources.

    Unlike the bad reputation they have, carbs are not always harmful. In fact, their regular intake is important for our body to function.

    Here are the reasons why your body needs carbohydrates to work and stay healthy.

    Energy

    Carbohydrates are your body's main source of energy

    Carbs help fuel your brain, kidneys, heart muscles and central nervous system.

    Fiber, for example, is a carbohydrate that aids in digestion, helps you feel full and keeps blood cholesterol levels in check.

    Lack of carbs may cause headaches, fatigue, nausea and nutrient deficiencies.

    Yes, your body stores extra carbohydrates in your muscles when you don't have enough, but don't skip them all together.

    Nutrients

    They are a good source of essential nutrients

    Carbs like whole grains and fruits contain a lot of vitamins and minerals, which are essential for a healthy body.

    Along with fiber, whole grains have Vitamin B, which helps in creating energy from food and making red blood cells.

    Fruits and starchy vegetables are generally loaded with Vitamins B and C.

    They also have phytonutrients, like carotenoids and flavonoids, which are also beneficial.

    Brain

    Your brain needs carbs to function properly

    Your brain runs on glucose that you get from carbohydrates.

    If you don't have enough of them, your ability to think and learn decreases because neurotransmitters in your brain does not have enough glucose to run.

    This is why, when you skip carbs unnecessarily, you witness low blood sugar and are unable to maintain optimum function and mental drive.

    Serotonin

    Carbs can also work as mood boosters

    In a study, people who followed a very low carbohydrate diet, experienced more depression, anxiety and anger than those assigned to a low-fat, high-carb diet.

    This happened because most carbohydrates contain Tryptophan, which helps produce serotonin- the feel good hormone- in the brain.

    Without enough Tryptophan, and therefore serotonin, you are likely to get sad and have sleeping difficulties.

    Weight

    Carbs can help in weight loss

    Contrary to the common belief, if taken in proper amounts, carbohydrates can help you lose weight.

    A recent study suggested that eating breakfast made with carbohydrates like oatmeal, three hours before exercise may help burn more fat because these slow-released carbs don't spike blood sugar like say, a white toast does.

    To summarize, don't reject carb intake entirely. Plan your diet for good health.

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