Carbohydrates | WeBeFit.com Quick Card (c) 2006
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Simple Carbs are two molecule sugars that act to provide quick energy when your body digests them. A simple carb provides fuel for your body for 30 to 60 minutes.
Examples include: Bananas, French Fries, Honey, Potatoes, Soft Drinks, Sugar (Brown, Raw or White), White Bread, White Pasta and White Rice.
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Complex Carbs are long chains of glucose that provide a slow release of energy when digested. A complex carb provides fuel for your body for 3 to 4 hours.
Examples include: Bulgar, Barley, Beans, Bran, Brown Rice, Couscous, Legumes, Oats, Non-starchy Vegetables, Whole Fruits, Whole Grain Breakfast Cereals, Whole Wheat and Yams.
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Green - Best Choice | Yellow - Proceed with Caution | Red - Avoid
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