When you start going to the gym, you will definitely find someone advise you to cut carbs in order to lose weight and have better results from your workout. However, the benefits of carbs can’t be replaced by any other nutrients even to your performance at the gym. Here are 4 reasons you should eat carbs:
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Energy
Carbohydrates are the main source of energy your body needs to workout. Although protein gives you energy, carbs are most easily converted into energy.
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Muscle recovery
Protein is always known to be consumed for workout recovery, but carbohydrates also play a very important role. Carbs replenish muscle glycogen that you burned during your workout.
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Fibers
Carbohydrates are the only macronutrient that contain dietary fiber. Dietary fiber helps in digestion, regulates blood sugar levels, and reduces the cholesterol levels.
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Metabolism
As we agreed that carbs are the main source of energy, so they’re important for an optimal metabolism. And on the contrary a diet with no carbs will make your metabolism suffer which will hinder weight loss and not like what many people think.
After all it’s about what you choose to eat from carbs. Stick to healthy choices like corn, popcorn, sweet potatoes, and potatoes.
