HIGH-CARB FOODS

TOP 5 INCREDIBLY HEALTHY HIGH-CARB FOODS

Published By Livemint | 13 Oct, 2024
High-carb foods have received a bad reputation over the years, but they are healthy for people who need proteins, fibre, and carbohydrates. According to Healthline, here are 5 incredibly healthy high-carb foods. 

Oats

Oats are an incredibly healthy whole grain containing 70 per cent carbohydrates. They also lower blood sugar levels, reduce the risk of heart disease, and support healthy weight management. 

Bananas

This most popular fruit contains 31 grams of carbs. Bananas are high in potassium and vitamins B6 and C. 

Sweet potatoes

They are delicious root vegetables. 100 grams of mashed form with skin on it contains about 20.7 grams of carbs. They are also a rich source of vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium. 

Beets

The purple root vegetable isn’t considered high in carbohydrates, though. Raw or cooked beets contain about 10 grams of carbohydrates per 100 grams. Beet juice is also very high in nitrates.

Oranges

Oranges are popular citrus fruit whose 100-gram serving contains about 15.5 grams of carbs. They are rich in vitamin C, potassium, and some B vitamins.