Carbs - The Do's & Dont's

Carbohydrate are the most important energy source for many vital organs including the brain, central nervous system and kidneys.

It is also important macronutrient in out diet for fat burning. Yes, that’s right, carbohydrates are important for burning fat! However.... too many carbohydrates, and the wrong type of carbohydrates will reduce the likely hood of burning fat and will promote fat storage. 

The right carbohydrates include
Resistant starch containing:

• wholegrains
• rice
• legumes
• beans 
• potato

Fibre containing

• fruit
• vegetables
• wholegrains
• seeds

The wrong carbohydrates include 

• lollies
• fizzy drinks
• white bread, white rice, white pasta
• pastries 
• and more.  

The right carbohydrates promote satiety, increase metabolism, reduce stress, reduce cholesterol, promote and replace energy, control blood sugar levels, promote good digestion and brain function. 

How do I make the change from a poor carbohydrate choice to the best choice?

Poor Carbohydrate Choice	Better Carbohydrate Choice	Best Carbohydrate Choice
Cheese Burger	Steak/chicken burger + salad (lettuce, beetroot, tomato, cucumber, carrot)	Homemade lentil burger on wholemeal roll + salad
Coco Pops + milk	Toasted muesli + milk (A2)	Bircher Muesli + pot set yoghurt
Potato Chips/crisps	Corn chips + salsa dip	Hommus + vegie sticks (carrot, celery, capsicum, cucumber)
Soft drink	½ fruit juice + ½ soda/mineral water	Freshly squeezed lemon juice in water

How do I know what carbohydrates I need to achieve my goals?

Each person is different & requires a different amount of carbohydrates throughout the day to achieve their goals. Those doing more cardiovascular activity or wanting to put on mass will require more than those who are more sedentary or wanting to lose mass.

Contact us at admin@naednutrition.com.au to find out how to get the right about of carbohydrates in your day with a personalised meal plan