complex carbohydrate
noun
: a polysaccharide (such as starch or cellulose) consisting of usually hundreds or thousands of monosaccharide units
also
: a food (such as rice or pasta) composed primarily of such polysaccharides
Examples of complex carbohydrate in a Sentence
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Research from the British Journal of Nutrition shows the complex carbohydrates in oats can help improve insulin sensitivity.
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Perri O. Blumberg, Men's Health, 30 Aug. 2023
These also deliver a range of other nutrients like complex carbohydrates, fibre, and Omega 3 & 6 essential fatty acids (1).
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 14 Aug. 2023
Pasta Pasta is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which provide us with sustained energy.
—Stephanie Karpinske, Parents, 17 Aug. 2023
The American Diabetes Association recommends filling half your plate with non-starchy vegetables, a quarter of it with complex carbohydrates and the last quarter with a source of protein.
—Kaitlyn Phoenix, Good Housekeeping, 8 Aug. 2023
The two different types of carbohydrates are known as simple or complex carbohydrates.
—Delaney Nothaft, USA TODAY, 16 June 2023
Plus, all three healthy macronutrients found in this tree nut—fat, complex carbohydrate in the way of fiber, and protein—work to slow down digestion, dulling the blood sugar response.
—Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 June 2023
Some, such as those from complex carbohydrates and fiber, will likely provide more satiety, keeping you fuller throughout the day.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 10 July 2023
These complex carbohydrates ensure that your puppy receives the necessary nutrients for optimal growth and development.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 20 June 2023
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Perri O. Blumberg, Men's Health, 30 Aug. 2023
These also deliver a range of other nutrients like complex carbohydrates, fibre, and Omega 3 & 6 essential fatty acids (1).
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 14 Aug. 2023
Pasta Pasta is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which provide us with sustained energy.
—Stephanie Karpinske, Parents, 17 Aug. 2023
The American Diabetes Association recommends filling half your plate with non-starchy vegetables, a quarter of it with complex carbohydrates and the last quarter with a source of protein.
—Kaitlyn Phoenix, Good Housekeeping, 8 Aug. 2023
The two different types of carbohydrates are known as simple or complex carbohydrates.
—Delaney Nothaft, USA TODAY, 16 June 2023
Plus, all three healthy macronutrients found in this tree nut—fat, complex carbohydrate in the way of fiber, and protein—work to slow down digestion, dulling the blood sugar response.
—Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 June 2023
Some, such as those from complex carbohydrates and fiber, will likely provide more satiety, keeping you fuller throughout the day.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 10 July 2023
These complex carbohydrates ensure that your puppy receives the necessary nutrients for optimal growth and development.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 20 June 2023
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1938, in the meaning defined above
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complex carbohydrate
noun
: a polysaccharide (as starch or cellulose) consisting of usually hundreds or thousands of monosaccharide units
also
: a food (as rice or pasta) composed primarily of such polysaccharides
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