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How to eat a good carb profile

Your carb macro target is your total daily calorie target less your protein and fat intake. Focus on getting around 28 grams of fiber a...

Glycemic loads for 100 common foods

The table below provides a summary of the Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load for 100 common foods. Source: The complete list of the...

Blood sugar regulation & Glycemic Load

Not all carbs are created equal. Some carbs are absorbed into the bloodstream at a faster rate than others. And if you eat something...

What happens when I eat carbs?

To keep your blood sugar levels within a normal range, your body and your hormones are constantly monitoring the level of glucose in your...

What are sugars, starches and fibers?

Sugars are the term we use to describe a carbohydrate that contains just one or two sugar molecules. For obvious reasons, these sugars...

What are carbohydrates?

Now we have covered protein and fat profiles, let’s look at the last macro: carbohydrates. Carbs refer to the sugars, starches and...

What type of fats should I eat?

Fats are an important part of a healthy diet. Rather than adopting a low-fat diet you should focus on eating “good” fats and avoiding...

Cardiovascular health and cholesterol

Eating a healthy fat profile is particularly important for maintaining a healthy heart. Blood pressure is created by the force of blood...

What are Omega-3 rich foods?

The table below provides a summary of foods that have a high Omega-3 content.

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