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Complex and simple carbohydrates

Starchy carbohydrates

Starchy foods are also referred to as complex carbohydrates. They are found naturally in raw foods and also refined or processed foods.

Natural starchy foods are:

  • bananas
  • barley
  • beans
  • brown rice
  • chickpeas
  • lentils
  • nuts
  • oats
  • parsnips
  • potatoes
  • root vegetables
  • sweetcorn
  • wholegrain cereals
  • wholemeal breads
  • wholemeal cereals
  • wholemeal flour
  • wholemeal pasta

Complex carbohydrates as refined
starches are found in:

  • biscuits, pastries and cakes
  • pizza bases
  • sugary processed breakfast cereals
  • white bread
  • white flour
  • white pasta
  • white rice
Bread

Sugary or Simple carbohydrates

Sugary foods are also known as sugary carbohydrates. They also exist in either a natural or refined form. Natural sugars are found in fruit and vegetables.

Refined sugars are found in:

  • chocolate
  • honey and jams
  • brown and white cane sugar
  • prepared foods and sauces
  • soft drinks
  • sweets and snack bars
  • alcohol
Cookies