How Many Carbohydrates?
Rather than being obsessed with the amount of carbohydrates in your diet you should be concerned with which carbohydrates are refined and which ones are unrefined. When you are eating healthy carbohydrates your body will stop craving foods such as salt, sugar, sweets and coffee. Your energy levels will remain balanced throughout the day and your body composition will change for the better. Carbohydrates should make up only a third of your plate and the other two thirds should include sources of essential fats and protein. Sitting down to a large plate of pasta or a bowl of cereal topped with a banana are just a few of the mistakes we have made over the years. These foods are not balanced and the carbohydrate content is too high. The amount of grain, fruits and vegetables you eat per day is highly dependant upon your energy requirements. When you eat healthy sources of carbohydrates your body will take care of telling you how much and when to eat. There are a number of guidelines that s
