Good carbohydrates

Carbohydrates often get a bad press, however we need them for energy rather like a car needs fuel to run. Carbohydrates come in two forms, simple and complex (or simple sugars and starches), the difference being their chemical structure and also how quickly they are digested and absorbed.

Simple carbohydrates are made of just one or two sugar molecules, and are the quickest source of energy as they are very rapidly digested. These include table sugar, honey, jam and fizzy drinks, and are likely to leave you feeling hungry and craving more just after you’ve eaten them.