Top 5 Sources of Bad Carbohydrates

1. Candy is basically pure sugar. Once you eat a piece, it will be digested and absorbed very fast giving you a sugar rush but quickly leaving you without energy. Candy is very high in calories and offers nothing in the way of nutrients.

2. White flours are made by removing the part of the wheat that contains the most nutrients. Today, some nutrients are added back, but fiber is not which is essential for a healthy life.

3. Soda might be worse than candy. It is liquid, carbonated candy which is absorbed even faster. With its high calories, it won't keep you full for long and you'll be eating again in no time. Phosphorus, an ingredient in sodas, has been shown to be bad for your bones. This is important, especially in the older population.

4. Baked goods are more than one source of bad carbohydrates all in one food. They are usually made with white flour and plenty of sugar. Nutrients are scarce in both of these ingredients.

5. While dark chocolate has been shown to contain antioxidants, most people go for the milk chocolate which instead of antioxidants contains sugars.

For more ways on avoiding bad carbohydrates, visit the Guide to Carbohydrates. You can also post questions and share what foods you eat to maintain an adequate level of good carbs at the diet forums.

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