variants
or carbo
: carbohydrate
also
: a high-carbohydrate food
—usually used in plural
variants
or carbo-
: carbon : carbonic : carbonyl : carboxyl
carbide
carbohydrate
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
Cater pushes back on the idea that cutting carbs entirely is the answer.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
Cooling croissants does not significantly increase resistant starch or reduce blood sugar spikes, unlike other high-carb foods like rice.
—Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 2 June 2026
Those watching carbs should note studies point out the higher levels of carbohydrates in it versus other milks.
—Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 28 May 2026
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Noun
The morning meal is becoming the most protein-heavy of the day in many homes, a notable change from the carb-forward cereals and pastries that once defined the American breakfast table.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
Cater pushes back on the idea that cutting carbs entirely is the answer.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
Cooling croissants does not significantly increase resistant starch or reduce blood sugar spikes, unlike other high-carb foods like rice.
—Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 2 June 2026
Those watching carbs should note studies point out the higher levels of carbohydrates in it versus other milks.
—Alexandra Frost, USA Today, 28 May 2026
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“Carb.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carb. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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