Alexandra is the associate editor at Clean Eating Magazine. She is based in Toronto Canada.
Long vilified by diet culture as the ultimate source of weight gain, carbohydrates are the misunderstood macro in the food pyramid. Despite the rise of, carbs should make up 45-60% of your daily caloric intake. However, all carbs aren’t created equal, and as much as we love a donut, it might not be the right choice for someone looking to keep their blood sugar in check.
“Consuming higher amounts of fiber is associated with healthy cholesterol levels; specifically, higher amounts of soluble fiber are associated with lower LDL cholesterol levels,” said registered dietician nutritionist), there are two main types: soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber dissolves in water to form a gel-like substance, helping lower cholesterol and regulate blood sugar levels. Afound that soluble fiber lowered blood cholesterol.
“The best carbs for maintaining stable blood sugar levels are carbs that contain fiber. Fiber is a type of carbohydrate the body cannot digest and, hence, can help moderate blood sugar levels,” said registered dietician nutritionist. “Foods containing high-fiber carbohydrates include nuts, fruits, non-starchy vegetables such as spinach and cucumbers, starchy vegetables such as corn, brown rice, whole grain pasta and bread.
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