Carbohydrates — love 'em or hate 'em, you can't live without them. But carbs are more than just bread and pasta. When it comes down to it, they're the molecules your brain and body need for fuel. To keep up with all things carbohydrates, check out the most interesting carb discoveries, from how many carbohydrates you should really eat, to what's going on down at the molecular level.
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What are carbohydrates?Reference Carbohydrates — one of the basic food groups — are the sugars, starches and fibers found in fruits, grains, vegetables and milk products. They are important to a healthy diet.
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Good carbs vs bad carbs: What you need to knowWe break down the differences between good carbs vs bad carbs – and which ones you should be eating
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Low-Carb Diets May Burn More CaloriesKeeping weight off may be about more than just "calories in and calories out."
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Eating Some Carbs, But Not Too Many, Could Help You Live Longer, Study SuggestsEating carbohydrates in moderation may be best for boosting longevity.
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Your Gut Bacteria May Make It Harder to Lose WeightPeople's gut bacteria may play a role in determining how easy, or difficult, it is for them to lose weight, a new study suggests.
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Can Eating Pasta Really Help You Lose Weight?Is this mainstay of Italian cuisine really good for your waistline?
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Sleeping More May Curb Sugar Cravings, ReallyIs the trick to cutting cravings for sugary foods as simple as getting a good night's sleep? A new small study from the United Kingdom suggests that may be the case.
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Facts About BariumProperties, sources and uses of the element barium.
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How Sugary Drinks May Change the Way Your Body Burns FatWashing down your bacon cheeseburger with a big, cold soda may trigger the body to store more fat than it would if you drank something without sugar, a new small study finds.
