Carbohydrates are the body and brain’s preferred fuel source. All cells and tissues in your body need carbs, however the kind of carbohydrate you consume matters. There are two types of carbs: simple and complex. Simple carbohydrates, otherwise called simple carbs, are found in high-sugar food like candy and most processed foods. Fruits also contain simple carbohydrates in the form of fructose. Complex carbohydrates, otherwise called starches, are found in legumes, beans, vegetables, whole grain breads and cereals. It’s important to consume complex carbohydrates while limiting consumption of simple carbohydrates.
