Carbohydrates are a type of macronutrient, and they provide the body with energy. Whether they are essential to the diet remains a highly debated topic. In this Honest Nutrition feature, we define the ...

The function of carbohydrates is to provide people with energy. There are different types of carbohydrates, including simple, complex, and refined carbohydrates. Carbohydrates can form part of a ...

Carbohydrates often get a bad reputation. Many people are told they are “fattening” or that cutting them out is the key to health. I’ve been there myself, feeling pressure to restrict carbs and focus ...

Carbohydrates have a bad reputation. They tend to take the blame when people gain weight – but are they the true culprit? It’s true, there are some bad carbs, but not all carbs are bad. Many carbs are ...

Molly Hurford is a fitness + nutrition writer, wanna-be ultra-runner, cycling coach and occasional yoga instructor. She's also the author of the upcoming Shred Girls series, which launches in Summer ...

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, carbs are completely misunderstood. Carbs (short for carbohydrates) are one of the three macros (short for macronutrients); protein and fat are the remaining two. Once eaten, ...

The minute a beach vacation, a high school reunion or a friend’s wedding pops up on the calendar, we immediately wage war on carbohydrates. No bagels No pasta. Definitely no potatoes. But is banishing ...

High fiber grains, including quinoa and oats, can reduce the number of carbohydrates your body absorbs. They can also provide other key nutrients. Read on for more good options. Grains are often ...