Carbohydrates and fats increase body weight and there is no doubt in that. The increased weight can be reduced only after cutting down on fats and carbohydrates. It may be possible for you to cut down fat by avoiding fatty substances. But it is very difficult to cut down the carbohydrate level in the body. Because some quantity of carbohydrates is present in almost every food that we eat on a daily basis. So the wisdom lies in eating foods that contain beneficial carbohydrates, which contribute to weight loss.
We should know that there are three types of carbs found in our food, i.e. sugar, starch and fiber. If you want to shed some kilos, you should definitely avoid sugary substances and eat carbs in less quantity. Foods that are rich in starch and fiber help in cutting down our weight. So we should try those foods which contain fiber and starch.
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Let us stick to the below-mentioned foods as they contain beneficial carbs
1. Chickpeas
We all have been eating chick peas in the roasted and boiled forms. Since the chickpeas are low on the glycemic index, it helps in curbing your hunger. Chickpeas can also be taken as salad and curry. Chickpeas are extremely useful in getting rid of bad cholesterols.
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2. Sweet potatoes
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Sweet Potatoes (Meethe Aloo) contain just simple starch and some quantity of complex carbohydrates. But it is a tremendous source of fiber, beta-carotene, and much sought after vitamins. Sweet potatoes are also considered to be the great source of recovery food.
3. Oats
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Oats are widely consumed at breakfast. Oats contain beta-glucan super fiber, which is essential for cutting down the cholesterol level. Oats are very easily digested in our bodies that make us feel fuller for a longer time.
4. Banana
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Weight watchers don’t prefer banana in their food because they feel it adds weight to the body. But little do they realize its hidden goodness. It is loaded with fast-acting carbohydrates. Bananas apart from fiber contain Vitamin B6, potassium, fiber and manganese. You must have seen during cricket matches, players are given bananas to eat, this is because they pre and post workout snack owing to their property of easy digestion.
5. Peas
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Peas are consumed as a vegetable in India. It is used in stuffing pizzas, burgers, patties and many other fast foods. Since the peas contain higher quantities of sugar and carbohydrates, so weight conscious people avoid consuming them.
But before saying no to peas we should know that they contain phytonutrients and antioxidants. It is also an anti-inflammatory food.
Some researchers claim that peas help in preventing stomach cancer.
6. Corn
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Corns are very high in antioxidants. This whole grain is munched in moderation and hence they form a good source of energy.
7. Blueberries
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Blueberries are known for their fat burning feature. It is one of those few fruits which are rich in carbs. They also contain some essential vitamins and minerals.
8. Greek Yoghurt
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The Greek Yoghurt is an internationally renowned food which helps in keeping carbohydrate, low in our bodies and boosts a good quantity of protein in our body. The most important feature is that it is a non-sugary food.
