Weight Loss Tips

Carbs

Just The Facts

Stay away from Simple Carbs. Simple Carbohydrates (simple sugars, honey, high fructose corn syrup, White Bread) are digested very quickly and will usually result in an energy crash. If you have not done some kind of physical activity around the time you ate them there is a very good chance that it will be converted to body fat.

Eat Complex Carbs. Complex Carbohydrates (Whole Grains, Vegetables, Fruits) take longer to digest and usually contain some fiber so you will feel full for a longer period of time. Complex carbs are also a good source of vitamins, minerals and other nutritious things. NOTE: Don't be misled by labels. Look for the words "Whole Grain" high on the ingredient list and also check fiber content. A serving of good whole grains should contain at least 3 grams of fiber.

OK, Now What?

1) No more potatoes Use brown rice, millet, or hulled barley instead.

2)Eat Lots Of Beans Good carbs, fiber and protein. What more could you ask for?

3) Use Whole Wheat Pastas Whole grain pastas can be kind of chewy so you might try the half whole grain half refined flour products at first to make the transition easier.

4) Eat Whole Grains in the morning! Try steel-cut or old-fashioned oats. If you like cold cereal make sure some form of "WHOLE" grain is the first ingredient listed.

5) Use Whole Grain Breads Again make sure some form of "WHOLE" grain is listed as the 1st ingredient.

See the lists below for some better choices when it comes to the types of fruits and vegetable you are including in your diet. NOTE: This list does not take into account the fiber content of these foods.

Choose Foods High On The Lists.

Vegetables - Carb content Low to High.

Sprouts (bean, alfalfa, etc.)
Greens – lettuces, spinach, collards, etc.
Herbs
Bok Choy
Celery
Radishes
Cabbage
Mushrooms
Avocado
Cucumbers
Asparagus
Green Beans and Wax Beans
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Peppers
Green Bell Peppers
Red Bell Peppers
Jalapeno Peppers
Summer Squash
Zuchinni
Scallions or green onions
Bamboo Shoots
Leeks
Brussels Sprouts
Snow Peas (pods)
Tomatoes
Eggplant
Artichokes
Fennel
Onions
Okra
Spaghetti Squash
Celery Root
Carrots
Turnip
Water Chestnuts
Pumpkin

Beets
Corn
Parsnips
Peas
Plantains
Potatoes (all forms)
Acorn and Butternut Squashes (Winter Squash)

Fruits - Carb content Low to High.