Q: I’m fuzzy on the idea of “good” and “bad” carbs. I know candy and soda and junk food are bad carbs, but I’m not sure what makes them different from good carbs. I’d like to understand that better.

Of the three macronutrients, carbohydrates now receive most of the negative press. The last two issues of this column concerned fats and protein. For many years, fats were the bad boy of the three.

Dear Doctors: I’m fuzzy on the idea of “good” and “bad” carbs. I know candy and soda and junk food are bad carbs, but I’m not sure what makes them different from good carbs. I’d like to understand ...

Carbohydrates are a crucial source of energy for your body, but not all carbs are created equal. Some carbohydrates can be harmful to our health if consumed excessively. Bad carbs are the ones that ...

Have you ever heard the blanket advice to avoid sugar and other carbohydrates if you want to be healthy? This red flag is one of many examples of diet culture, a system of beliefs that promotes ...

Medically reviewed by Aviv Joshua, MS, RDN Key Takeaways Good carbs are found in whole and minimally processed foods like ...

When it comes to healthy eating, carbohydrates often get a bad rap. However, with a little knowledge and research, you’ll quickly discover that “carb” doesn’t have to be a dirty word. In fact, carbs ...

Carbs get a bad reputation. The popularity of low-carb diets has led many people to limit them or cut out carbs altogether. But carbs are actually great brain food—when you choose the right ones.

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Carbohydrates, or carbs, are essential for life. They are converted into glucose, which the body uses to create the energy required to carry out all of its necessary functions. So why do some people ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: You talk about “good carbs” and “bad carbs” in your column. Since I know new studies sometimes change thinking, I’m wondering if “bad carbs” are still bad — because I like eating them.

Dear Doctors: I’m fuzzy on the idea of “good” and “bad” carbs. I know candy and soda and junk food are bad carbs, but I’m not sure what makes them different from good carbs. I’d like to understand ...