Natural Carbs That are Good for You

Chances are, you're familiar with the term "carbs."

If you've attempted to lose weight before, you've probably come across low-carb options or may have heard someone telling you to cut out carbs.

But what is a carb?

A carbohydrate is one of three macronutrients -- the other two being protein and fat. To make things simple, you can think of a carb as sugar.

Too many carbohydrates in the diet -- in recent years from added sugar or high fructose corn syrup -- has been a major contributor in the onset of obesity and diabetes in many Americans.

In addition, carbs take the blame for issues such as weight gain, fatigue, mood swings, and poor sleep. But this doesn't mean that all carbs are bad for you. Many of them, in fact, are not only healthy, but necessary for optimal health.

These five natural carbohydrate options will give you a great supply of energy and a wide range of nutrients. Follow the link at the bottom to read the full article with more details about each option.

• Sweet Potatoes
• Kale
• Berries
• Spinach
• Cauliflower

Limiting processed foods and consuming more of these healthy carbohydrates will greatly improve your diet and your outlook on carbs.