Sentences with phrase «right type of carbohydrates»

The GI can be a useful tool to help athletes select the right type of carbohydrates (the main source of fuel for the body) to consume both before and after exercise.

Not exact matches

The overwhelming majority of formula - fed and formula - supplemented babies do best with this type of formula because it has just the right balance of protein, carbohydrate, and fat.

Yes, you heard that right — Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that the body can't digest.

There are three type of carbohydrates, classified according to their structure, monosaccharides - based on one unit of sugar such as glucose and fructose, disaccharides - two units of sugars joined together such as lactose, and polysaccharides - a complex carbohydrate with many units joined together as in starch and glycogen, see figure on the right.

If you eat smaller meals of the right type (food that contains proteins, carbohydrates and even a little fat) more frequently, your body burns more fat or more calories than it takes in, resulting in a net loss.

When consuming the right type and amount of carbohydrates, they will be digested more slowly, keeping you feeling full for longer, and can also help to speed up your metabolism in the long run.

Include fat, protein, fiber, the right type and amount of carbohydrates and stop the snacking!

When fueling for optimal performance, consider the right type, timing and quantity of carbohydrate needed for activity.

With respect to the issue of carbohydrate intake and obesity, Dr. Lupton asked the Committee to comment on whether the Subcommittee should base its conclusions on type of carbohydrate, and whether it had specified the right categories for type of carbohydrates.

Strategically skipping bread, pasta and other carbohydrates at dinner might improve subsequent athletic performance, provided those low - carb meals are combined with the right types of workouts, according to a new sports nutrition study.