The foods rich in carbohydrate are breads, cereals, rice and potatoes, which is why we should be consuming these as part of our everyday diet. Other foods containing carbohydrates include beans, pulses, fruits, some vegetables, milk and dairy products.
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are an essential nutrient which has important roles to play within the body. These include:
Acting as a major source of energy for the body and brain.
Forming structural elements of some cell membranes and cell walls.
