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11 foods rich in carbohydrates you cannot miss

I carbohydrates they are often blamed for causing overweight and obesity; however, not all are the same!

Foods "trash" full of processed sugars and refined cereals are definitely unhealthy and make you fat, but natural whole grains and, in small doses, even non-whole grains, are good for your health and should not be eliminated.

Here is a list of 11 foods rich in carbohydrates which are also incredibly healthy.

QUINOA

Quinoa is a nutritious seed that has become very popular in natural health communities; it is classified as a pseudo-cereal, a seed that is prepared and eaten like a grain.

Cooked quinoa contains the 21% carbohydratei, but it is also a good source of protein, fibers, minerals and plant compounds.

OATS

Oats are one of the healthiest whole foods ever; it is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Raw oats contain the 66% carbohydrates, of which l11% is fiber. Eating oats can help reduce levels of cup sugar in the blood and to increase the sense of satiety.

BUCKWHEAT

Buckwheat is a pseudo-cereal gluten free; raw buckwheat contains the 75% carbohydrates, but also a lot of protein and fiber.

It is the main ingredient in soba noodles, which are hugely popular in Japan and may have benefits for heart health and glycemia.

BANANA

Le bananas they are a popular fruit all over the world; consist of the 23% carbohydrates, in the form of starches and sugars.

Green bananas contain more starches, which turn into sugar as the fruit ripens. Bananas are rich in potassium, Vitamin B6 and vitamin C.

SWEET POTATOES

Sweet potatoes contain the 21% carbohydrates; they are a source of provitamin A, vitamin C and potassium.

They are very rich in antioxidants and can help reduce oxidative damage, lowering the risk of various diseases.

BEET

Beets are a purple root vegetable; they contain the 10% carbohydrates, mainly from sugar and fiber, they are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and plant compounds.

Beets are also rich in nitric oxide, which lowers blood pressure and prevents various diseases.

ORANGES

Oranges are mainly made up of water and contain the 12% carbohydrates; they are rich in vitamin C, citric acid, potassium and plant compounds.

Eating oranges can help prevent kidney stones and heart disease. They can also increase the absorption of iron from food, reducing the risk of anemia.

BLUEBERRIES

I blueberries, like oranges, are made up of water and contain the 14% carbohydrates; they contain many vitamins, minerals and manganese.

They protect the body from oxidative damage and can improve memory in older people.

APPLES

Apples contain the 13/15% carbohydrates; Eating apples can benefit your health in several ways: better control of blood sugar, reduced risk of heart disease and some types of cancer.

RED BEANS

Red beans are a variety of common beans; once cooked, they contain the 23% carbohydrates in the form of starches and fiber and also a lot of proteins.

They are rich in vitamins, minerals, plant compounds and antioxidants.

CECIA

Chickpeas are legumes containing the 27% carbohydrates, 8% of which are fibers.

They contain fiber, minerals, iron, phosphorus and B vitamins.

It is a myth that carbohydrates are bad for you; remember that they are the building blocks that allow us to have the necessary energy and should never, ever be eliminated in any diet!

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