Carbohydrates have gotten a bad rap in recent years, mainly because of people associate ‘carbs’ with many of the refined carbs found in our diets – foods like white bread and rice, and sweetened yogurts and juices. In reality, not all carbs are bad—however, when the carb is refined, many important, beneficial nutrients can be stripped away. Take whole grain wheat as an example: … [Read more...]
Pasta: A Source Of “Empty Carbs” Or A Weightloss Food
"A new study suggests that all the blame directed towards carbohydrate intake for obesity epidemic may not be deserved for pasta." according to a new study on, Effect of pasta in the context of low-glycemic index dietary patterns on body weight and markers of adiposity: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials in adults. Researchers at St. … [Read more...]
