Carbs are good. Bottomline. That’s why they are a MACRONUTRIENT!
They give you energy and help store energy in your body ready to be used... helps your heart, aids in muscle growth & recovery, gut health, and more… we just need a better relationship with them.

“In reality, carbs don’t need to be the bad guy. When you prioritize healthy, whole-food sources of carbs like whole-grain bread, brown rice and potatoes, you feel satiated thanks to the fiber content and possibly experience fewer cravings for sweets.”

This is a REALLY good article on 8 Myths About Carbs.

8 CARB MYTHS DEBUNKED BY REGISTERED DIETICIANS

MYTH #1: You can’t lose weight while eating carbs.
(But, you will get irritable. Choose healthier, complex carbs and manage your portion sizes.)

MYTH #2: Carbs cause fat gain.
(Carbs are burned or stored as energy or glycogen in the muscle or liver ready to be burned.)

MYTH #3: All carbs are created equal.
(Just no. Most people think no bread and pasta, but bottomline, limit processed carbs, like these, and choose healthier ones.)

MYTH #4: Cutting carbs means you’ll burn more fat. (THIS IS A BIG ONE!!)
(Carbs help you burn fat. If you’re body does not have carbs for energy, it will look to muscle to burn protein FIRST, before fat.)

MYTH #5: Carbs don’t play a role in gut health.
(“Carbohydrates that can help feed our microbiome include whole grains, fruits, beans and vegetables.”)

MYTH #6: You don’t needs carbs PRE and POST workout.
(Again, carbs give you energy! Plus, they help with recovery to aid in muscle building.)

MYTH #7: Processed carbs are addictive.
(This is a tough one… but it truly centers around how we “think” and “feel” about food leading into food abuse, it’s not really a physical addiction.)

MYTH #8: Carbs aren’t good for your health.
(Bottomline: “Complex carbs play an essential role in heart health and diabetes. The fiber found in carbs has a positive effect on cholesterol, and helps regulate blood sugar and energy levels throughout the day.”