How Good Are The Carbohydrates in Temple Oranges?

Those looking to lose weight and live a healthier life may be conflicted over eating fruits such as Temple Oranges. While there are scores of positive health benefits to eating these oranges, some may feel a little nervous about ingesting them. Temple Oranges are, of course, fruits and fruits contain a high number of carbohydrates correct? Yes, this would be true. And are not carbs bad for people looking to lose weight? Well, this point needs a little but of clarification. Not all carbs are bad for you and those found in Temple Oranges certainly fall into the category of “good carbs.”

What is the difference between good carbohydrates and bad carbohydrates?

Good carbs are those natural carbs found in fruits, grains, and vegetables. Bad carbs are those found in processed foods and refined sugars. The effects that each will have on the body is noticeable different. Understanding these differences is the key to realizing that the carbohydrates in Temple Oranges are quite beneficial for your health.

It is important to understand carbohydrates are what the body uses for energy. Those that are active need carbohydrates as a reliable source of fuel. The more natural these carbs are, the better they help the body.

This is because these carbohydrates will breakdown in the body slowly over a period of time. Processed or refined carbohydrates breakdown much quicker will leads to the jarring “ups and downs” one feels from sugar rushes. Also, because refined carbs break down so quickly you will become hungry again soon after eating. This is not the case with most forms of citrus fruit, since the slow breakdown of their natural carbs will prevent such a propensity for overeating. Additionally, the natural carbohydrates in Temple Oranges deliver much higher octane – and better fuel – than processed refined products ever could. That is why no athlete would gorge on a donut prior to a sportive event.

There is also an issue of calorie density that needs to be taken into consideration when comparing Temple Oranges to those processed foods with refined carbohydrates. Refined sugar is very high in calories while natural fruits such as Temple Oranges are very low in calories. This reduces the potential to gain weight with Temple Oranges unless you overdo it when eating them.

Then, there is also the fact that Temple Oranges contain scores of vitamins and minerals that processed sugary food lack. So, really, those that are “carbohydrate phobic” really do not have anything to fear from Temple Oranges. They are pretty good for you. Give them a try!

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