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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Jillian Kubala, Health, 23 Oct. 2025
Make a Breakfast Burrito A breakfast burrito is a satisfying, portable option that delivers a great balance of carbs, protein, and fiber on a busy morning.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2025
The meals generally are fairly balanced with a protein, a carb, and either vegetables, a salad, or a fruit.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 13 Oct. 2025
But many experts recommend consuming carbs as well to maximize protein’s benefits.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 13 Oct. 2025
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Satiety and Blood Sugar Drinking beverages high in carbs, and low in protein and fiber, like apple cider and apple juice, will lead to a spike in blood sugar as the sugars found in these drinks are easily and quickly absorbed into the bloodstream.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 23 Oct. 2025
Make a Breakfast Burrito A breakfast burrito is a satisfying, portable option that delivers a great balance of carbs, protein, and fiber on a busy morning.
—Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2025
The meals generally are fairly balanced with a protein, a carb, and either vegetables, a salad, or a fruit.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 13 Oct. 2025
But many experts recommend consuming carbs as well to maximize protein’s benefits.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 13 Oct. 2025
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“Carb.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carb. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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