Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates

Harmful effects of fructose metabolism

Fructose metabolism is significantly more harmful than other sugars. Fructose and glucose are the most commonly consumed simple sugars. They have the same amount of calories per gram, but differ…

May 4, 2016 · 2 min read
Carbohydrates

Gluten-free grains

There are several grains that do not contain gluten, which have a similar nutritional profile as the gluten-containing grains and as such, serving as a good substitute. (1, 2, 3)…

September 3, 2015 · 3 min read
Carbohydrates

Are green potatoes toxic?

Potatoes and other nightshade vegetables contain toxins called steroidal glycoalkaloids. Two of the most abundant toxins are solanine and chaconine that guarantee a natural protection from insects and fungus. Green…

September 3, 2015 · 3 min read