Carbohydrates

Alternative names:

complex carbohydrates; diet and carbohydrates; simple carbohydrates; simple sugars; starches; sugars

Side effects:

Excessive carbohydrates can cause an increase in the total caloric intake, causing obesity.

Deficient carbohydrates can cause a lack of calories (malnutrition), or excessive intake of fats to make up the calories.

Note: When speaking of nutrition, 1 Calorie = 1,000 calories or 1 kcal.