http://www.carbfreecafe.com/carbs/bad-carbs.html Bad Carbs have become the new "bad boy" of the dieting industry. And, while there are definitely some bad carbs to avoid, sometimes the difference between denying yourself completely and making smart choices is only a matter of knowledge. en-us Fri, 09 Dec 2005 00:27:38 EST Fri, 09 Dec 2005 00:27:38 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 Bad Carbs seem to have taken the place of bad fats which were, for many years,the bad boys of the dieting world. Many people have adopted the same stance of total deprivation that has always been associated with "bad fat." It is important to understand that, in moderation, many dietary choices can be part of a healthy lifestyle. While there are plenty of bad carbs to be found in every fast food establishment and mall food court, why not look at the so-called bad carbs in a new light. Take, for example, that delicious mouthwatering American meal staple, bread. Who can resist the smell of a loaf of freshly baked bread. This begs the question, WHY SHOULD YOU? Most low carb dieters will profess a disdain for all things bread. How did something so satisfying become so abhorred in the low carb culture? As with everything, there is a section of the population that enjoys labeling to the extreme. Bread has become the poster child of bad carbs for that population. A more rational take on the subject would delve further into how to make better "bread" choices in your search for dietary control. The key lies in the ingredients. If you look at bread nutritionally, much of the fare that is on the market is limiting in nutritional scope. Breads that are prepared with bleached white flours are, for the most part, lacking in many essential nutrients. It is better to examine choices that incorporate whole grains and fibrous ingredients. Adding further proof, breads that are higher in fiber contain fewer carbohydrates and less of the so called bad carbs . Take the time to use this analogy for all of the foods you would like to enjoy. Remember, bad carbs are not always so bad if you approach their usage in the correct way. Fri, 09 Dec 2005 00:27:38 EST http://www.carbfreecafe.com/carbs/avoiding-bad-carbs.html Avoiding bad carbs is a great idea. We recommend it highly. Avoiding bad carbs should be part of your daily routine. en-us Mon, 12 Dec 2005 14:01:25 EST Mon, 12 Dec 2005 14:01:25 EST Weblog Editor 2.0 http://www.carbfreecafe.com/carbs/what-are-bad-carbs.html What are bad carbs? It's tough to say. Perhaps if we knew what are bad carbs we'd know what are good ones. Then again, maybe we already do. en-us Mon, 12 Dec 2005 15:04:50 EST Mon, 12 Dec 2005 15:04:50 EST Weblog Editor 2.0