Carbohydrates have been blamed for excess weight gain since a long time. However, not much people are aware of the fact that there are two types of carbohydrates - good and bad, and it is consumption of the latter that is leading to an increase in the waistlines and numerous other health problems. Good carbohydrates are not only rich in fiber, but also provide essential vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients to the body. On the other hand, bad carbohydrates are full of calories, while being devoid of all the nutritional value and fibers.

Good Carbohydrates

* Asparagus
* Avocado
* Beets
* Bell Peppers
* Broccoli
* Brussels sprouts
* Cabbage and Cauliflower
* Carrots
* Celery
* Collard Greens
* Corn
* Cucumbers
* Eggplant
* Garlic
* Green Beans and Green Peas
* Mushrooms
* Mustard greens
* Okra
* Olives
* Onions
* Potatoes and Sweet Potatoes
* Pumpkin
* Romaine Lettuce
* Spinach
* Squash
* Tomatoes
* Turnip greens
* Watercress
* Zucchini
* Apples
* Apricots
* Bananas
* Strawberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, Cranberries and Blueberries
* Cantaloupe
* Cherries
* Dates
* Figs
* Fruit juices
* Grapefruit
* Grapes
* Guava
* Kiwifruit
* Limes and Lemons
* Mangoes
* Nectarines
* Oranges
* Papayas
* Peaches and Pears
* Persimmons
* Pineapple
* Plums
* Raisins
* Watermelon
* Beans and Legumes
* Raw Nuts and Seeds
* Fat Dairy
* Whole-Grain Pasta
* Brown Rice

Bad Carbohydrates

* White Bread
* White Pasta
* Sweet Bakery Products, like cakes and cookies
* Processed Refined Grains, like white rice
* Puddings, Custards and other Sweets
* Sodas
* Jelly and Jams
* Candies
* Processed Foods, like Chips
* Soft Drinks
* Alcohol