Are you one of those people who are incessantly avoiding carbs in your diet? Cover Media reveals the truth behind this diet myth!
A recent study reveals that Carbohydrates has been linked to boosting the brain and living a longer life. Here are some carb treats to enjoy minus the guilty feeling:
Potatoes
The secret in having more servings of potatoes is this - cool it after cooking it, sine some of the starch molecules are converted to become resistant. Cover Media writes, "This type of starch doesn't turn into glucose and instead acts as a probiotic fibre, benefiting the digestive system."
While sweet potatoes are found to have more calories and sugar than the usual white variety, it redeems itself by having healthy nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium and antioxidants. They also boast a high level of fiber and are low GI, that's why they are perfect as a side dish to almost any meal.
Lentils
Lentils can be incorporated into any dish. It can blend well with salads, soups or stews and it's workable with main dish. It is high in fiber and protein which helps in digestion and has the capacity to keep you feel for a long time.
Squash
Winter squash is another healthy carb that should be part of your diet. It contains lesser calories found in its potato counterparts. So go ahead, enjoy that warm squash soup perfect for this sweater weather!
White rice
Before you ditch this carbo loaded whole meal, think again. Its sibling, the brown rice is packed with phytic acid; which functions as a binding material in the digestive tract that makes it harder for the body to absorb them. One piece of advice though, let the rice cool down before gobbling it up, as this process forms resistant starch.
Carbohydrates are not as bad as you think, but too much carbohydrates is! The key here is to eat everything in moderation.
