Carbohydrates are the main source of energy. The body takes more than 60% of its energy from carbohydrates, the rest from proteins and fats. Depending on the structure and speed of absorption, carbohydrates are divided into simple and complex.
Simple carbohydrates are compounds consisting of one or two monosaccharide molecules.
Simple carbohydrates are divided into two groups.
The first group is monosaccharides (eg glucose).
The second group is disaccharides (for example, sucrose).
Monosaccharides have a very simple chemical structure, so they are quite easily broken down and absorbed.
Fast carbohydrates (simple) and figure
Since fast carbohydrates are absorbed fairly quickly, they cause a rapid and significant increase in blood sugar levels. For this reason, there is a significant release of insulin. Insulin, in turn, lowers sugar by converting it into fat. During this process, very often the blood sugar level drops below normal, which leads to carbohydrate hunger. In this case, the person again consumes foods containing simple fast-digesting carbohydrates. There is a vicious circle that leads to obesity.
Foods containing simple carbohydrates:
- sugar;
- confectionery (all types of sweets, cakes, cookies, rolls, etc.);
- jams, preserves, preserves;
- sugary drinks, including freshly squeezed fruit juices, as well as some types of vegetables (carrot, pumpkin);
- sweet fruits, especially grapes and bananas, as well as overripe pineapples, watermelons, peaches;
- bakery products made from white flour;
- processed potatoes, pasta, cereals;
- vegetables (pumpkin, turnips and boiled carrots).
If you want to have a slim figure, then the consumption of these products must be minimized. If you want to treat yourself to such delicacies, do it in the morning (before lunch).
