{"id":11170,"date":"2016-05-04T12:03:49","date_gmt":"2016-05-04T12:03:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/hk-blog\/types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide-bid-4390\/"},"modified":"2026-01-28T10:29:45","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T04:59:45","slug":"types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide-bid-4390","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide\/bid-4390\/","title":{"rendered":"<strong>Types Of Carbohydrates \u2013 Definitive Carbohydrate Guide<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People with a beginner\u2019s knowledge of fitness will tell you to have more protein to build muscle, but just protein isn&#8217;t enough. We bring you the carbohydrate guide. Types of carbohydrates can be roughly categorised into simple, complex and fibrous.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide\/bid-4390\/#What_are_Carbohydrates\" >What are Carbohydrates?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide\/bid-4390\/#What_are_the_Different_Types_of_Carbohydrates\" >What are the Different Types of Carbohydrates?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide\/bid-4390\/#Sources_of_the_Different_Types_of_Carbohydrates\" >Sources of the Different Types of Carbohydrates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide\/bid-4390\/#Guide_to_Consumption_of_Different_Types_of_Carbohydrates\" >Guide to Consumption of Different Types of Carbohydrates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide\/bid-4390\/#Carbohydrates_and_Fat_Gain\" >Carbohydrates and Fat Gain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide\/bid-4390\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide\/bid-4390\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Carbohydrates_food\" >Frequently Asked Questions About Carbohydrates food<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/types-of-carbohydrates-definitive-carbohydrate-guide\/bid-4390\/#Q1_What_are_the_three_main_types_of_carbohydrates\" >Q1. What are the three main types of carbohydrates?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Carbohydrates\"><\/span><b>What are Carbohydrates?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs are often misunderstood. People assume that all carbs are the same, which is untrue. The basic function of carbs is to cause an insulin response in the body and cause better recovery after your workouts. They help restore the glycogen stores within the muscle and the liver, keeping them healthy and giving them their size. Carbs also serve the important function of protein sparing. When consumed, the body uses carbs for energy and deputes protein for the function it is meant for, that is, building muscle.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Different_Types_of_Carbohydrates\"><\/span><b>What are the Different Types of Carbohydrates?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically they are of 3 <\/span><b>types of carbohydrates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: simple, complex and fibrous. Simple carbs digest quickly and cause spikes in insulin, while complex and fibrous carbs induce a more uniform insulin response.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insulin, insulin, insulin; you must be wondering why we have been repeating the term again and again. Insulin has three basic functions as far as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/nutrition?navKey=CP-nut&amp;itracker=w:cmenu%7C;p:1%7C;c:bodybuilding%7C;&amp;itracker=w:hkconnect%7C;p:inter-linking%7C;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bodybuilding<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is concerned:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop the secretion of Cortisol, a hormone released <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/importance-of-post-workout-nutrition-what-to-eat-after-workout\/bid-4295\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">post workout<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that increases muscle breakdown.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cause more efficient and quicker transfer of amino acids to your muscles.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signal the body to store fat, in simple terms.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources_of_the_Different_Types_of_Carbohydrates\"><\/span><b>Sources of the Different Types of Carbohydrates<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like any other food, carbohydrates can be obtained through various food sources. However, <\/span><b>sources of carbohydrates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> differ based on the different <\/span><b>types of carbohydrates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Simple carbohydrates are present in milk, sweet fruits (like bananas, mangoes and apples), table sugar, honey, soft drinks, and so on.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Complex carbohydrates are mostly present in all grain, flour, brown rice and similar foods. This is the type found in our chapatis and dal chawal, making them count among the <\/span><b>high carbohydrate foods<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fibrous carbohydrates are present in vegetables like carrots, peas, whole grains, etc. and in pulses (commonly known as dal).<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guide_to_Consumption_of_Different_Types_of_Carbohydrates\"><\/span><b>Guide to Consumption of Different Types of Carbohydrates<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have already discussed different <\/span><b>carbohydrates foods<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Moving forward to\u00a0 how these should be consumed, and included in your daily diets. Following are some points that may help you understand the <\/span><b>function of carbohydrates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the body, and how and when to consume them:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Have lots of simple carbs after your workout. This is to ensure replenishing of glycogen reserves which get exhausted during your workout.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Consume complex carbs with protein supplements every three hours through the day. Complex carbs should especially be had when one wants to gain size. They can be reduced when trying to cut down on fat.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Have fibrous carbs with complex carbs, or sometimes even as a replacement.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When having a late night meal, cut down the consumption of carbs. Try to keep a gap of 2-3 hours between your last carb meal and sleep. Only have protein (slow digesting like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/nutrition\/sports-nutrition\/proteins\/casein-proteins?navKey=SCT-snt-pt-spt&amp;itracker=w:hkconnect%7C;p:inter-linking%7C;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">casein <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/nutrition\/sports-nutrition\/proteins\/protein-blends?navKey=SCT-snt-blend&amp;itracker=w:hkconnect%7C;p:inter-linking%7C;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">protein blend<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) before you sleep.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carbohydrates_and_Fat_Gain\"><\/span><b>Carbohydrates and Fat Gain<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consumption of different <\/span><b>carbohydrates foods<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is usually associated with fat gain. However, this is true for only certain types of carbohydrates. Complex and fibrous carbs restore glycogen restores, and keep insulin levels high and stable.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent unnecessary gain of fat, do not consume simple carbs at times except post workout and as soon as you wake up. They will cause insulin levels to spike erratically and make you store fat you wouldn\u2019t usually store.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, yes, this is all you need to know to start out. We have learnt about the <\/span><b>carbohydrates definition<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, different types of carbs as well as <\/span><b>carbohydrates food list<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Train hard, eat big, stay strong!<\/span><\/p>\r\n<div class=\"row\">\r\n<div class=\"hk-content-image\">\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div ><style>#sp-ea-36852 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}.sp-easy-accordion-enabled .eap_section_title_36852, body .eap_section_title_36852 { color: #444; margin-bottom:  30px; }#sp-ea-36852.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-36852.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-36852.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-36852.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-36852.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}a.collapsed {\r\n    color: #212326 !important;\r\n}<\/style><h2 class=\"eap_section_title eap_section_title_36852\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Carbohydrates_food\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions About Carbohydrates food<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1779291181\"><div id=\"sp-ea-36852\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_What_are_the_three_main_types_of_carbohydrates\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-368520\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse368520\" aria-controls=\"collapse368520\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> Q1. What are the three main types of carbohydrates?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse368520\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-368520\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The three main types of carbohydrates include simple, complex, and fibrous carbohydrates. Each one is obtained through different food sources and performs different functions in the body.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{ \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"@id\": \"sp-ea-schema-36852-6a0dd42d19488\", \"mainEntity\": [{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Q1. What are the three main types of carbohydrates?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The three main types of carbohydrates include simple, complex, and fibrous carbohydrates. 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