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In high school sports, our coach used to encourage us to "carb load" the night before games so that we would have good energy the next day. So, we would have team pasta nights before game days.

On the flipside, I have heard more bad things about carbs. For instance, I used to be a picky eater growing up and I would mainly eat mac & cheese and mashed potatoes at any restaurant I would go to. I remember my mom telling me it was unhealthy because every meal I ate contained "way too many carbs."

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I have heard that carbs are a great energy source which is good but can add a lot of fat if over consumed which is considered bad. That is why I realize that the keto diet is popular for people who are trying to lose fat. It is really just a matter of eating the right types of carbs.

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I've heard from my mom and her facebook friends that they think carbs are bad because they cause weight gain.

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I am training for a marathon so I love carbs! They help me maintain my energy for my long runs.

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I love carbs, but I think there is a lot of controversy around them. I have heard that they are a good source of energy, however I've also heard they cause weight gain. I think the important thing to remember is "everything in moderation" and that carbohydrates are essential to nutrition and found in most we consume.

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Good: Carbohydrates are an excellent source of energy.

Bad: Carbohydrates are foods that get converted into glucose during digestion . Therefore, excess carbohydrates can lead to weight gain.

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I have heard that carbs a good source of fast energy, but only in moderation. If you consume too many carbohydrates, it can cause excess weight gain. I have also heard that there are "good" and "bad" carbs. For example, fruit versus a cake. 

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I have heard that carbs a good source of fast energy, but only in moderation. If you consume too many carbohydrates, it can cause excess weight gain. I have also heard that there are "good" and "bad" carbs. For example, fruit versus a cake. 

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One bad thing I have heard about carbs is that they make you gain weight and should limit your pasta and bread intake. But one good thing I have learned recently is that carbs provide you energy and in moderation they are helpful.

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I love carbs. There are very few culinary tastes that are more satisfying than biting into that perfect piece of bread, or crunching on that crispy potato chip. We've all heard about how it's bad to eat so many carbs and we have to be aware of how much we intake, especially with our American diets. But we also have to acknowledge that our body needs carbs. It's important to take in good carbs too, like from fruits and veggies as well.

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When I think of carbs I think of two things; First being the numerous fitness gurus and Instagram influencers selling zero carb diets as the secret key to a perfect body. The latter depiction that I focus more on is the break down of what portion a plate should be carbs to fuel the body without overindulging.

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Before this course, I didn't hear a lot about carbohydrates, but the few times I that I did hear about them was when people would mention that they want to cut carbs from their diet, often times to lose weight.
From a biological standpoint, carbohydrates definitely play an important role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, as they are used in many bodily functions and especially in being a source of energy for our bodies. Of course, there is a limit to how much is a "healthy" amount of carbs to consume and going above or below this amount can be unhealthy either way.
Here are some articles that outline the difference viewpoints on the benefits of carbohydrate consumption.

https://time.com/4021985/simple-carbohydrates/

https://www.cnet.com/health/cutting-carbs-a-dietitian-gives-us-6-reasons-not-to/

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The good thing that I have heard about carbs is that they provide you with energy.  I am an athlete, so I am always getting told that we need to make sure we are eating enough carbs to fuel our body.  On the other side of that, is that I have also heard that carbs can be bad for your health. That's why when I hear about people going on diets, they always say that they are cutting their carb intake.

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Growing up I was always given the impression that carbs are bad and just make you fat. But as I've gotten older, I've realized that if I limit my carb intake my workouts are super bad and I have no energy. But I seriously think that when I was younger, someone told me that carbs turn directly into fat. I would be interested to read about weight loss diets that involve high amounts of carbohydrates.

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Carbohydrates- The nutrition who gets a bad rep 
Growing up I always was told from my mother and other women “watch your carbs or you’ll get fat” or “bread and rice is what will stick to you.” I think carbs have a poor misunderstanding that they are bad for you or the cause of weight gain, which has lead to the ever so popular diet “keto.” My view of carbs? Carbs are amazing! They are the number source of fuel your body uses, keto makes me cringe and I think is just another trendy fad diet. I think a lot of people misunderstand what carbs are. Yes when you eat them in the form of high processed foods like donuts, cookies and cakes, the results could be weight gain. But carbs are also fruits and vegetables, your brain needs carbs, your body needs carbs, it’s the first and main resource the body is going to use for energy. If you want to feel tired all the time, don’t eat carbs. If you want to feel healthy and energized learn to consume the right carbs like potatoes- which are full of fiber, vitamins and nutrients. Carbs are not the enemy, fad diets are. 

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Carbs have that stigma that if you eat them, you will end up gaining weight. It has become a theme that in order to lose weight or be healthy you shouldn't be eating carbs. However, carbs provide cellular energy for you body to function and are an essential part of your diet. Yes, there are "bad carbs" in treats and desserts that you should try to avoid. But on the contrary, carbs found in fruit, vegetables and more nutritious foods are essential towards your diet. The nutrition found in french fries is significantly less than that found in an apple. People should not be afraid of eating carbs as long as they are consuming in moderation and choosing the nutritious options.

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I played high school soccer for three years, and every night before a game my coach encouraged us to get together and "carb up". We had a team pasta night! With salad and maybe fruit as well, but the point was to eat some good carbs so we'd have energy the next day. I didn't really get why at the time, but it was fun.
I also remember while growing up sometimes hearing jokes like "bread makes you fat", but it wasn't really associated with carbohydrates in my mind.
Now my understanding of carbohydrates is different. Bread and pastries are delicious (especially homemade or European), but I know that if I eat it disproportionally to everything else in my diet than it's not healthy!

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Currently my stance is that, just like with everything, they aren't the source of evil as long as you can moderate your intake. However, too much can cause weight gain, fatigue, bloating, etc.. Carbs are our primary source of fast burning energy. Athletes, runners, gymnasts, and many more who are active, usually have a good intake of carbohydrates before and after activity. However, for people who may be inactive or need to lose weight, carbs should be less of an importance to them. For instance, my mother who is trying to lose weight, is on a keto diet, which is an extremely low/no carb diet.

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I know they are our first source of energy before fat, so growing up, my mom told me not to eat a lot of them so that the fat would burn off instead. I don't like bread that much, which is a big source of carbs, so it wasn't too bad. They definitely have a negative stigma around them though, at least with the people I have grown up with.

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Growing up there was always a stigma around carbohydrates, but the more I learn about them, the more I understand that they are not bad for you. Carbohydrates play a vital role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and a huge source of energy for our body. I personally love carbohydrates, and would have a hard time cutting them from my diet. Additionally, carbohydrates aren't only bread, pasta, etc, but there are carbohydrates in fruits and veggies as well to provide for an energy source.

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While playing high school sports, I tried to avoid them, because of the misunderstandings I was taught. It was told to be the reason why people became overweight so often. As I graduated and went on to college, I then realized the importance of Carbs. While being a energy source, I can see why I would underperform in competitive sports. Instead, now I enjoy these sources to energize myself.

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Carbs are one of the major macronutrients our bodies need and provide us with energy and fuel. There is however a negative stigma associated with carbs. Proceeded and refined foods, often high in carbs, are typically unhealthy and associated with weight gain and obesity. The link between obesity and carbs has been deemed as a myth however since humans have been consuming carbs way before the obesity epidemic. It is rather sugars and refined carbs that often leads to prevalent obesity patterns.

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When I think of carbs, I tend to have a bad connotation with the word because I tend to hear lots of fitness gurus say that you shouldn't include a lot of carbs in your diet if you want to stay healthy and avoid being obese. However, I think it's all about maintaining a good balance and not overeating carbs. You can't just single out foods with carbs because our body still needs carbs to function. Plus, as much as I want to avoid carbs, carbs are tasty and I enjoy treating myself with sweets at times.

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A good thing that I have heard about carbohydrates is that they are your body's main source of energy and help fuel your body, but I have also heard that eating too many carbs can cause you to gain weight.

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A good thing that I have heard about carbohydrates is that they are your body's main source of energy and help fuel your body, but I have also heard that eating too many carbs can cause you to gain weight.

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The good things about carbs are that they are an excellent fuel source for our body. However, the bad part is that too many carbs can lead to weight gain.

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The main thing that I've heard about carbs is to limit them. Since recent years, I have learned that carbs are essential to energize our bodies and it is bad to completely eliminate them. It's important to understand and be able to differentiate  what the good and bad carbs are.

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The good thing that I have heard about carbohydrates is that they are the main source of energy for humans. Carbs are great for athletes who like to run or have intense workouts because it replenishes your body efficiently. Many track athletes eat huge portions of carbs the day/night before a meet due to the fact that it offers the body a great source of energy, as mentioned above. There are bad things about carbs, as well. The bad would be that the overconsumption of carbs can cause weight gain. There is a negative stigma with carbs and that a proper diet should not contain too much, however, too little is not beneficial to an everyday, healthy diet.

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Over the past few years, I have learned that carbs are a great source of energy towards the human body, however, the amount of carbs consumed can cause a problem. If a person over consumes too much carbs, then it can lead to weight gain.

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I've honestly heard a lot more bad things about carbs then good things. I know that a lot of people try to reduce of cut out carbs in order to lose weight or for their new diet. However, I also know that carbs are one our main energy storage so we need them.

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I grew up in a household where I was taught that eating foods like bread, tortillas, pastas, cereal, etc, all contained really high amounts of carbs. For this reason, my parents always told my siblings and I to not eat as much because this would cause bloating and lead us to gain weight. As I grew older, I learned that carbs are one of our bodies' main source of energy. I recently learned though, that carbs are not the only source of energy our bodies can run off of. During the summer I got into the diet keto and got a look into how our body really takes the food we eat and converts it into energy for us as well as how limiting the net carbs we eat forces our body to run off of fats, causing us to lose weight. 

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I grew up in a household where I was taught that eating foods like bread, tortillas, pastas, cereal, etc, all contained really high amounts of carbs. For this reason, my parents always told my siblings and I to not eat as much because this would cause bloating and lead us to gain weight. As I grew older, I learned that carbs are one of our bodies' main source of energy. I recently learned though, that carbs are not the only source of energy our bodies can run off of. During the summer I got into the diet keto and got a look into how our body really takes the food we eat and converts it into energy for us as well as how limiting the net carbs we eat forces our body to run off of fats, causing us to lose weight. 

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Good: Carbs are good for you because they are the main source of energy in your body. They also have a good source of fiber.

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Good: Carbs are good for you because they are the main source of energy in your body. They also have a good source of fiber.

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Bad: They can cause weight gain, and an increase in sugar.

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Somethings good things that I have heard about carbohydrates is that they give a lot of energy in order for you to stay active though out the day.  One the other hand if you eat too many carbohydrates and do not burn them off through out the day they turn into fat.

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Somethings good things that I have heard about carbohydrates is that they give a lot of energy in order for you to stay active though out the day.  One the other hand if you eat too many carbohydrates and do not burn them off through out the day they turn into fat.

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Ive never believed carbs are bad for you. Everything is acceptable in a diet with moderation for your body. Carbs are what fuel our bodies and allow for us to have energy. If you overeat, yes you can gain weight, but you can also lose weight and eat the same amount of carbs. There are complex and processed carbs, so if you eat brown rice rather than mashed potatoes, you're eating cleaner carbs, but still getting all the good starchy foods in.

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The good things I have heard about carbohydrates is that they provide energy needed for your brain to function that allows for higher level thinking and focus, along with energy needed for your muscles to fire properly when sprinting and doing more explosive workouts.
The bad things about carbohydrates that I have heard are that they turn into fat if the energy gained is not used.

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Carbohydrates seem to always get the bad rap.  "Carbs equals weight" is taken as fact and "low-carb" diets and meals are popular and trendy.  But carbohydrates aren't fat, they're carbohydrates, the key source of energy for the body.  Carbohydrates don't make you fat; fat makes a person fat.

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Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for our bodies and are essential in maintaining a healthy diet. However, carbohydrates are often portrayed as the sole cause of weight gain, with no/low carb diets being very popular. I think it is important to watch what type of carbs we eat and opt for those that are naturally occurring in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes rather than those in refined and processed foods.

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Growing up I always heard that carbs are horrible and everyone should avoid them so they don't gain weight. However, after learning how important carbohydrates are in one's diet I know carbs are actually good and necessary for energy. Also, learning what foods have carbs including fruits and vegetables definitely helped change my mind as well.

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I have heard that carbs are "bad for you" because they make you "gain weight". When my dad starts on his "diet" again, he always says he is only going to drink a smoothie for dinner because he can't eat carbs for dinner (which doesn't make any sense). I have also heard that carbs give you a lot of energy so they are good for you. My high school swim team often had pasta nights before swim meets to "carbo-load" for their races the next day.
-Pauline Johnson

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The modern day villanization of carbs has created a industry of low-carb, or no carb diets designed to quickly lose weight. These diets tend to equate carbs with fat and weight gain despite the fact that carbs function as the body's main fuel source. Carbs are an essentially component in a balanced diet, a healthy intake that involves moderation and whole grains can greatly influence healthy, sustainable weight loss.

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I’ve heard about good and bad things about carbs. The bad thing is that even though it’s good you can gain a lot of weight. The good thing is that it helps you get more energy.

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There is a common misconception around carbs that they should be removed from one's diet to prevent weight gain. While carbs can be linked to obesity and therefore type 2 diabetes, they do not need to be completely removed from our diets. They fuel our cells with energy which can also be stored for future use in the form of glycogen. Like with all other foods, healthier options should be consumed and everything should be done in moderation.

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When ingested, carbs serve as a source of energy. Carbs that aren't used up as energy are usually stored as fat to be used later. There is definitely a negative connotation around carbs when it comes to wait gain, but good carbs are necessary to fuel our bodies. In moderation, carbs are good, but you have to be careful not to eat too much even though they taste delicious.

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I try and focus on eating a high carb meal in the morning so I can burn any excess carbs during the day so I get all the energy out of the meal and none of it gets the chance to convert into fat.

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When its bulking season, clean carbs are your best friend, but when it is cutting/shredding season, carbs are your worst nightmare. When eating excess carbs without being active, excess carbs are turned into fat to be stored for later use. Over time this can be detrimental for health as carbs are one of the tastiest and easiest to over indulge on.

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What I remember the most about carbs is learning that athletes would carb load the day before or two days before an even because it takes a little bit to provide you energy. Obviously if you eat too much of anything it is not good for you, but I haven't heard a lot of bad about carbs from my experience.

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In the fitness community, there is a label of "bad" and "good" carbohydrates. The processed food like chips, pop tarts, and anything that is refined is mostly consider the "ugly" or the "bad" in the community or through the internet mostly. The "good" is normally whole carbohydrates. When you type in carbohydrates on the internet, it tells us what are " good" or "bad", but I personally believe that you get a lot disorder like binging eating when you label food as "good" or "bad"

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Carbohydrates can be found among food varying from healthy to unhealthy. Carbs provide an overall source of energy to your diet. The nutrients give energy to your body and brain. However, if you are someone trying to loose weight, you should cut out carbs in your diet. Eating too many carbs can have your blood sugar level increase to have your body make more insulin which creates extra glucose in fat. A balance of carbs in your diet will suit you off in an overall healthy diet.

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I have been told my whole life that carbohydrates are our worst enemy when it comes to our health. That if you want to lose weight that you should stop eating carbs and that carbs have no nutritional value. However, carbohydrates are an important source of energy in our body - it's actually the preferred source of energy for our body and its metabolic processes to use. I think that how we consume carbohydrates should be approached the same way that we approach anything with our health: eating in moderation and in combination with a balance of protein and fats.

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I have been told that carbohydrates are sneaky and dangerous things when it comes to your health. My trainers have always told me to lay off of the carbs. I never really understood why because of how much energy they give us. That is pretty much all I have heard about them

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For a long time my idea of carbohydrates has been associated to a negative context. When I think of this word I often think also of salt, fatty substances, and specific foods such as pasta and bread. However, I think it is safe to say that carbohydrates are so much more than this picture I had painted. Carbohydrates are a major provider of nutrients for our bodies. This means that they not only should be apart of a healthy diet, but are also often essential to well balanced nutrition. This is applicable even when the goal is to lose weight! I think it is  important that we not only recognize but also work toward minimizing this negative stereotype about carbs. As long as you maintain a healthy balance of this food source, they are very good sources of fuel!

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A main thing I have heard about carbohydrates is that they are a good source of quick energy, but that over consumption can lead to more storage of fat if not burnt off

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Carbohydrates - the good, the bad, the ugly

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Carbohydrates - the good, the bad, the ugly

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Carbohydrates are our energy source. They are an essential part of our diet and our lives. Too often are carbohydrates put under a negative light. Carbs are in almost everything we consume; bread, pizza, vegetables, milk, etc. That is why many people tend to blame carbs when it comes to weight gain. Weight gain is only eating food in an excess amount, carbs are not the enemy. They are a vital part of the energy needed for our body. Carbs are a good thing, but not paying attention to the amount consumed can lead to unhealthy weight gain.

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The good thing about carbs is there are a great source of energy. The bad is that a lot of foods are high carbs and people consume too many carbs leading to weight gain.

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Carbohydrates are an essential part of a healthy diet. Carbs provide a source of energy and fuel. The negative of carbs are related to the type of carbs, what they are eaten with, and the amount eaten.

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Most of the information about carbs that I hear is all bad. My friends don't eat carbs en masse in an attempt to lose weight, my mother will carb count when we go out to eat, health commercials will focus in carbs as a scapegoat of healthy eating, ext. When the word 'carbs' come up 9/10 times it is negative. But there instances where carbs are the good guy. Professional athletes carb load before they compete, and they are an easy way to gain calories for those that under-eat. My thoughts on all of this information about carbs is that it is all sensationalized, people only consume the headlines of articles so they have to pop with bold statements either vilifying or praising carbs when the reality is somewhere in the middle.

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A lot of the information I hear about carbs is bad. The most common misconceptions I hear are " they make you gain weight, they shouldn't be eaten at night, or even all carbs are unhealthy" however, I love carbs and I think they have so many benefits that many are overlooking. Carbs are the main source of energy! they fuel your brain, kidneys and heart muscles and are essential to my diet!

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Most of the information I hear about carbs are bad, however I do know they are a great source of energy. They are essential to a healthy diet, but people tend to eat excess carbs and gain weight. Carbs have a negative stereotype due to this, and many people believe they are the reason for weight gain. I think the correct amount of carbs only does our bodies good.

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When I was growing up, my mother wanted to limit my carbohydrate intake as much as possible. While it is true that a high intake of carbohydrates may set your body up for risk of diabetes, high triglycerides, and high blood sugar, it is also important to remember that carbohydrates are the body's primary source of energy. It was until I was around 11 or 12 when I was involved in heavy sports like track and field and cross country until I realized the full potential of carbohydrates and how they contribute to athletic performance. Not only did a higher intake of carbohydrates improve my athletic performance, they improved my energy and academic performance in my daily life as well.

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I have always heard different things about carbohydrates depending on where the information is coming from. In the times I have taken health related classes, I have learned that it is important to incorporate carbs into your eating habits in order to have a well balanced diet. However, whenever my mom has tried different diets in the past, she always cuts out carbohydrates in an effort to lose weight. I think carbohydrates are beneficial in small amounts.

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I feel like when we watch movies and go on social media carbs are portrayed as bad and that people should stay away from them. The reason being because they make you gain weight and are not considered part of your "healthy" diet. In my opinion I think that is not true because it can give you long lasting energy and fuel for you body. I think they are necessary for your daily diet but in moderation of course.

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I am a vegan, so I thrive on a carb-heavy diet. That being said, I only eat whole, plant foods, not processed ones. Carbs are always portrayed as the enemy, when in reality I believe they are the best for you. They are our bodies preferred energy source. I agree that processed carbs should be limited, but the demonizing of carbs is a ploy by diet culture to earn a profit. You have no reason to turn away a carb if it is in its most natural form, like brown rice, sweet potatoes, and or cruciferous vegetables.

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Diet culture often makes carbs out to be the worst thing ever and something to avoid as much as possible if you are trying to lose weight. While I know there are certainly some refined carbs that don't have much nutritional value because they are so processed, I know that good carbs are vital to your diet. Carbs are responsible for givin us energy and fuel, which is why I love to eat most of my carbs for the day in the morning and afternoon to energize me for the day!

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I have heard plenty of good and bad things when it comes to carbs. I know that there are two types of carbs, simple and complex carbohydrates. I believe that simple carbs are simple sugars that give an individual a short burst of energy. Complex carbs, foods like pasta and vegetables, offer high amounts of fiber and give you energy that can last the entire day. Carbs are important to the human body as they are the main source of our energy but like all types of food, it is all about moderation. Eating a large amount of complex carbs will not harm a person if they maintain a balanced diet and active lifestyle.

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Carbs or carbohydrates are a primary source of food your body uses for energy. Carbs are generally seen as a bad thing, but consuming more than what is needed on a regular basis has been shown to be associated with insulin resistance, obesity, as well as certain cancers. Carbs are essential to your body and lifestyle and is important to learn how to eat them in moderation.

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I think carbohydrates have a bad reputation, but really they aren't evil like people think. They are just one of the three macronutrients. Carbs are in grains, fruit, veggies, sugar, dairy, and more. They are the main energy source for people because they are the easiest things to convert to glucose and eventually glycogen, which is what our muscles use as fuel. Carbohydrates themselves don't cause weight gain like some people think, but one of the problems with carbs is that it's easy to overeat simple carbs and overeating anything does cause weight gain. Refined sugar is the worst for this because it contains a lot of calories with very little nutrients and is addicting. Whole grains with nutrients and fiber, however, are beneficial and part of a balanced diet, so they shouldn't be completely cut out from your diet. The fiber especially can reduce the insulin spike people get from sugary foods and will help with long term energy instead of the carb crash that comes with simple sugars.

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I think Carbohydrates are an essential nutrient food group that should be incorporated in our meals every day. Carbohydrates that are unhealthy for us are those that are part of overly processed foods and sweets with refined sugar. Healthy choice of carbohydrates are found in vegetables, fruits, pastas, rice, and bread. Our portion of vegetables should be more than the portion of pastas, rice, and bread we consume.

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I love carbs and most of my favorite meals are very high in carbs however, they do have a bad reputation when it comes to diet lifestyles and weightless ideals. Mostly, I hear that carbs are a necessary sacrifice when trying to lose weight/diet because they will make you "gain weight". On the other hand, nutritionist I trust claim that carbs do not need to be cut out, only eaten in moderation along with all other food groups

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I used to avoid carbs as much as possible when I was overweight at a young age but have learned over the years that they are essential for your health. This is especially true if you are an athlete or are trying to build muscle and maintain your energy. The good thing about carbohydrates is that it is one of the main sources of energy for your body. The negative thing about carbohydrates is that it can sometimes make you feel sluggish if you eat the wrong kind.

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Good: When training for long-distance running, I actually consume a gel packet consisting of a large amount of carbs to provide me with short-term energy to aid in stamina.

Bad: When I explored ketosis diets, I learned that cutting out carbohydrates can lead to weight loss. Therefore, if trying to lose weight, I see carbs as hindering.

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Growing up in a bengali household consuming a good amount of carbohydrates was a staple in our household. In the morning we would eat flour tortillas with potatoes and veggies for breakfast. For lunch and dinner, a big portion of our meals consisted of white rice. It was normal for us to eat that amount of carbs every single day. Naturally from the poor diet, I gained a lot of weight as a kid. When I got to high school I realized that if I want to live a long healthy life,I need to start making positive changes in my diet. So I began by cutting down the portion of carbs I consumed, and saw and felt a change within my body. I was loosing weight more quickly, I wasn't feeling sluggish after eating a meal. Carbs give us a lot of energy which is a good aspect of carbs, however, I know from personal experience how hinder it could be to our health if we were to over consume the carbs. We should never stop consuming carbs because of any diet we follow. Just having a balanced meal which would include a healthy amount of carbs is the best way to go.

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I have heard that carbohydrates are a very important aspect of a well-rounded diet and are a critical source of energy for the human body. However, it is often said to be important to not "overdo it" when it comes to carbs, but rather, to include them in a healthy moderation. Carbohydrates have definitely come to have a negative reputation in diet culture, and I think it is largely due to people's excess consumption of refined carbs.

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Growing up as a swimmer, I was told by both my coaches and parents that I need to be eating tons and tons of carbs every day to ensure I have enough energy for practices and meets. Our team would often have "pasta-feeds" the night before meets where we all ate the most carb-loaded meal you could imagine. Through all the pasta-feeds I have had, I have realized that not all carbs are valued the same. Spaghetti isn't as nutritious as quinoa, and chips aren't as healthy as sweet potatoes. This taught me that some carbs are healthy in moderation, whereas others are best left off your plate.

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Good: Carbohydrates are considered nutrients and provide a source of energy for the body. To keep the body well-balanced, they should be eaten in moderation.

Bad: Carbohydrates are often overlooked. Some people believe that carbohydrates are the source of weight gain. Having this mindset makes them completely eliminate carbs from their diet if they are attempting to lose weight, which should not be the case as carbs serve a vital component to the body.

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I have heard many people in movies talk about how they "haven't eaten a carb since [a certain year]". I am constantly hearing on social media how carbs are bad for weight-loss, but I know that carbs can be nutritious.

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From what I've heard about carbohydrates is that they are essential but can also be very unhealthy when not moderated. From the past I've gathered that carbs are great for energy when going to the gym as it fuels the muscles extensively. However excessive carbs without moderation and no exercise could lead to weight gain and health problems.

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When I think of carbs I think about diet fads where influencers/bloggers always try and cut off carbs saying that they are "the cure to losing fat". But from personal research I know that carbs are essential as they are the main fuel source for the body and when you try and eliminate it that from your intake it can cause some serious repercussions to your overall health. They have a bad rep, but if more people understood the benefits of eating carbs they would realize its part of a healthy diet.

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Growing up in an Italian family, we were always eating carbs. My mom has been in the fitness industry for 25 years so I learned from a young age how beneficial carbs are when eaten moderately. I have also heard many negative things about carbs such as they make you fat or you have to completely cut them out of your diet in order to lose weight. Both of which are not true. I'm eager to learn more about the good and bad of carbs.

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Carbs are an essential for the human diet unless you have celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity. Gluten can help protect against many inflammatory diseases and help boost your immunity. Carbs consist of 40% of our amino acids in our body! They’re also our bodies main source of energy so why would you want to deplete your body from that?

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Carbs have a bad reputation from what I have heard. However carbs are an essential part of a diet. I have heard that carbs make you gain weight and that if you need a quick way to lose weight you should cut them out completely. I don't think I could ever cut carbs out of my diet because they are in so many foods, and so many of the foods that I love.

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Carbs fuel me for my long volleyball practices. I have heard that carbs can make you gain weight and even some people try to avoid them at all costs. I could never imagine doing that. Some of my favorite forms of carbs are oatmeal, pasta, and bread.

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Carbs are the "boogeyman" to many, but they really shouldn't. All one really needs to know is that carbs are the first source of fuel for the body. Thus, yes they can be bad if all you do is consume a large number of carbs and don't burn any energy. On the flipside, knowing they are your first source of energy, one can really use this to their advantage in their fitness journey. I would urge anyone who is struggling to either gain or lose weight to research cycling carbs and fats, absolute game changer.

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I have always been taught that carbohydrate are bad because they make you gain weight and can lead to other health issues down the line. However, just recently I have learned that carbohydrates are not just bad. Carbohydrates are a good source of energy. They fuel you for long days that are to come and are an essential part of the human diet.

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I have always heard that carbs are bad and would lead to weight gain. I now know that they are great sources of energy for the human body. There is a thing such as good and bad carbs. Good carbs include fruits, starchy vegetables, and sweet potatoes. Some bad carbs include candy, sugary cereal, and white bread. Carbs are good for you when eaten in moderation.

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When I used to have to cut weight for wrestling I would be told to stay completely away because of how easy it helps you gain weight. Then I would be told to ingest as much as possible right after weigh in. It is more about when to use carbs that matter rather then avoiding them at all costs.

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I have always heard that carbs are bad and would lead to weight gain. I now know that they are great sources of energy for the human body. There is a thing such as good and bad carbs. Good carbs include fruits, starchy vegetables, and sweet potatoes. Some bad carbs include candy, sugary cereal, and white bread. Carbs are good for you when eaten in moderation.

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I have always heard conflicting opinions about carbs. Some people are avoiding them at all cost because they think carbs are the main cause of weight gain, while others rely on carb consumption for performance in their sport. I know that when I first started swimming competitively in high school, I actually had to remind myself that I needed these carbs, and it wasn't going to affect me negatively because I would burn so many calories at practice. Then once I stopped swimming, I had to change my diet so that I didn't end up gaining weight. When I was swimming it didn't matter that much what kind of carbs I was getting, but now I have to make sure I am mostly consuming complex carbs (good carbs).

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I've typically heard that carbohydrates are not good for you unless you're ingesting the right type of carbohydrates. Carbs can be found in a variety of both healthy and unhealthy foods in addition to a variety of forms. Carbohydrates are necessary for the body as they provide the body with glucose, which is then converted into energy to support day-to-day activities. Healthy carbs can be found in foods such as whole grains, vegetables, and fruits, while unhealthy carbs can be found in processed foods such as pastries and soda.

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I have always heard that carbs are bad and would lead to weight gain. I now know that they are great sources of energy for the human body. There is a thing such as good and bad carbs. Good carbs include fruits, starchy vegetables, and sweet potatoes. Some bad carbs include candy, sugary cereal, and white bread. Carbs are good for you when eaten in moderation.

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CARBS!!! Whenever i hear this word come into conversation i immediately draw to the word energy! before any game or big workout coming i tend to carb load the night before so that my body may be at optimal levels ready to go. there is a difference between good and bad carbs and the energy they may produce, for example pizza compared to a bowl of pasta the oils the fats and carbs are gonna be completely different in their structure. Personally that pizza is gonna make me feel not so great the next day assuming i have a workout.

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CARBS!!! Whenever i hear this word come into conversation i immediately draw to the word energy! before any game or big workout coming i tend to carb load the night before so that my body may be at optimal levels ready to go. there is a difference between good and bad carbs and the energy they may produce, for example pizza compared to a bowl of pasta the oils the fats and carbs are gonna be completely different in their structure. Personally that pizza is gonna make me feel not so great the next day assuming i have a workout.

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Being in the medical field and also having medical issues with weight, I have heard my fair share of carbs. One common factor that many people hear about carbs from the Keto Diet. The Keto Diet is a special diet that highlights low carbs and high protein. This is a way to build muscle and lessen the fat intake. Carbs are a huge source of fat. Many say carbs are bad for you, and others say carbs are ok in moderation. As a personal view, I believe carbs are ok in moderation. They should be kept to a minimum due to the fat content, but no one should deprive themselves. Overall carbs can be a good and bad source for different reasons.

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I mostly hear bad things about carbs. I hear a lot about the keto diet and how carbs cause weight gain but I don't think this is true and I am against the keto diet. I think carbs are good and essential for energy. I've always heard that carbs are great before physical activity. I think the people who are against carbs don't consume enough fiber. People who watch their carb intake should be watching their fiber intake instead.

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I have heard that carbs are a good source of energy. I heard that it can help your performance to carb load before a competition so that you have a good amount of energy. I think a lot of people believe that cutting out carbs from their diet will help them lose weight but carbs are important and beneficial if you are being active.

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Carbohydrates are often seen as “bad” when it comes to the weight loss industry, although this is not always the case. Healthy and nutritious sources of carbs are available and used by the body to fuel itself during its daily activity. Knowing the types of carbohydrates you are consuming is important as well as understanding how the brain uses them to function.

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Being an athlete I have always known carbohydrates to be a good thing. Especially for runners. I know lots of friends who would load up on carbs days before their race to have lots of energy. Carbohydrates are an essential part of the diet just like protein and fats. I have also seen a documentary showing that the oldest living people on earth have very carbohydrate based diets. Some studies had even shown that this might be the reason they live so long.

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I associate carbohydrates with energy. I never saw them as bad especially as I have always been active, so they were good for me. I was taught to go for nutrient rich or "complex" carbs rather than "empty" carbs. I think this has helped me to stay healthy and fit for the most part. If I eat a lot of empty or simple carbs, I crash later. Eating nutrient-rich carbs such as fruit, whole grains, etc really make a difference in my energy levels. I have heard of athletes "carbing up" with pasta or something the night before a big event but this has never worked well for me. It works well if I have a moderate amount of carbs the night before, and then in mid-workout, take down an energy tab or tbsp of honey or something to keep me going at my peak performance.

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Whenever I think about carbs I think about bread. After doing my own research I discovered that there are three main categories: sugars, scratches, and fibers. Good carbs that are best to eat like potatoes, quinoa and my favorite pulses, which happen to be beans, lentils, chickpeas. When referring to bad carbs, they usually contain low fiber amounts, mainly white flour and sugar. For example french fries, pizza, hotdogs. Which I am predicting what it meant to be ugly carbs. Consuming too much of bad carbs can result in increased risk of many diseases, including obesity, heart diseases and also type 2 diabetes.

- Tonanzith Annel Hernandez Aguilera

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I've heard they're a solid source of energy that get broken down into sugars but in excess they can be unhealthy and lead to added weight.

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As an athlete, I need carbs to keep my body fueled throughout the day. The vigorous workouts I do every single day burn a lot of calories which means I need more energy in my body so that I do not become underweight or preform at a level less than I need to succeed. Too many carbs are not a good thing however because it will weigh you down and make you gain weight if you do not burn them off.

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I have heard so many different things about carbs. I've heard that they are good sources of energy, they make you fat, that you shouldn't eat them if you want to lose weight and so much more. Honestly I have a love hat relationship with carbs. I love carbs, but hate what they do to my body.

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Whenever I think about carbs, I always remember that one scene in Mean Girls. Cady told Regina that she must eat lots of carbs in order for the "weight loss" bars to work. Without realizing it, Regina just gained a ton of weight from all those carbs she was eating. Since then, I have not been able to see carbohydrates as anything other than fat and weight gain. However, I know that they are crucial for providing me energy for daily tasks.