Carbs are like the Taylor Swift of the food world: They’re polarizing. Some people avoid them at all costs, while others don’t dare imagine a life without them. So what’s the deal? Are they OK in ...

Ever since the Atkins low-carb, high-fat diet exploded on the American scene, carbohydrates have been labeled as bad. Unfortunately, this is only half true and has led to lots of confusion among the ...

Carbohydrates have become a dirty word in our fitness-obsessed culture. But are all carbs bad for you or do they play an important role in fueling our bodies? Here’s the skinny on all the pros and ...

Q: I’m fuzzy on the idea of “good” and “bad” carbs. I know candy and soda and junk food are bad carbs, but I’m not sure what makes them different from good carbs. I’d like to understand that better.

Medically reviewed by Aviv Joshua, MS, RDN Key Takeaways Good carbs are found in whole and minimally processed foods like whole grains, legumes, starchy vegetables, and fruits.Eating good carbs ...

Carbs can be confusing. Filled with misinformation and hype, television commercials and Internet advertisements talk about good carbs and bad carbs, added sugars, the glycemic index, fiber and whole ...

Dear Doctors: I’m fuzzy on the idea of “good” and “bad” carbs. I know candy and soda and junk food are bad carbs, but I’m not sure what makes them different from good carbs. I’d like to understand ...

Q I’m fuzzy on the idea of “good” and “bad” carbs. I know candy and soda and junk food are bad carbs, but I’m not sure what makes them different from good carbs. I’d like to understand that better.

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