Bad Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are used by the body for energy, brain function and immunity. Good carbohydrates get digested slowly, they are high in fiber and they also keep you feeling full longer. Bad carbohydrates, on the other hand, are opposite and do not offer the body any real benefits.

Significance

• If bad carbs are eaten in excessive amounts over a long period of time, weight gain and diabetes can possibly occur.

Function

• Bad carbs are low in fiber, and they cause a fast rise in blood sugar levels after they have been eaten.

Types

• Some examples of bad carbs are soda, candy bars, refined baked goods, white bread and alcohol.

Features

• Bad carbs are highly refined, and they have additives in them, such as artificial flavorings and preservatives.

Identification

• When these carbs are eaten in high amounts, you will notice a shot of energy, which is followed by a tired feeling, then a feeling of hunger.