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8 Reasons You Should Be Eating Carbohydrates

Emily Lockhart
By: Emily Lockhart on Wednesday, December 4th


It’s a total myth that carbohydrates cause weight gain. Of course, eating too much of any food in excess can cause you to put on pounds, particularly if you consume a plethora of over-processed, refined, starchy carbs.

However, when you make complex carbohydrates a healthy part your diet, you’re actually promoting weight loss along with these eight health benefits…

1. Carbs Encourage Weight Loss

Studies show that consuming carbohydrates high in fiber promotes weight loss as well as maintenance of a healthy weight. Complex carbohydrates rich in dietary fiber remain in the stomach longer, slowing down and promoting digestion, and keeping us satiated for longer.

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