CARBOHYDRATES

WHY DO WE NEED CARBS?

• Carbohydrates are the body's main source of fuel
• They are used by the body for energy

WHAT DO CARBS DO FOR OUR BODIES?

• They make energy for our bodies to function
• They protect the body's muscles
• Assist in the body's absorption of calcium
• May help lower cholesterol levels
• May regulate blood pressure

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE TOO MUCH?

• Can cause rapid strikes in your blood sugar
• It can lead to an energy crash later on

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE TOO LITTLE CARBS?

• Will drain your energy and drag you down
• Low carb diet with increased protein diet can result in weight loss
• Ketosis occurs when your body runs out of carbs
• It causes headaches, nausea, and difficulty focusing

FOODS THAT CONTAIN CARBS

• Cookies & cakes
• Bread
• Fries
• Flour
• Pizza

GOOD AND BAD CARBS

• Good: fruits, oatmeal, vegetables, whole-grain
• Bad: refined grains, sugary cereals, cookies, candy