About Carbohydrates A bit technical, but information and links about carbohydrates in your diet.
Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are the body's primary source of fuel (glucose) for energy. This family includes simple carbohydrates (sugars) and complex carbohydrates (starches). Though both types end up as glucose, foods that are high in complex carbohydrates, such as grains and vegetables, usually supply a good-health bonus of vitamins, minerals and fiber.
Carbohydrates in Nutrition Article from The Doctors' Medical Library, explains about carbohydrates, and how they function in our diet.
How Food Works - Carbohydrates You have probably heard of "carbohydrates" and "complex carbohydrates". Carbohydrates provide your body with its basic fuel. Your body thinks about carbohydrates like a car engine thinks about gasoline.
