Can you get fat from eating late at night? Should you cut all carbs if you’re serious about losing weight? We turned researchers on these topics help separate myth from fact and set the record straight on healthy eating habits.
Are Carbohydrates Bad For You?
Carbohydrates are one of the three major nutrients in the body, providing the body with energy and various essential nutrients. However, there is a link between eating too many carbohydrates—refined carbohydrates—and obesity, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. For instance, pople at risk for diabetes need to be especially careful when consuming carbohydrate foods, as carbohydrates have the most direct effect on blood sugar.So should we just cut back on carbohydrates? No. Eating the right “type” is critical.
