Daily requirement of carbohydrates in adults

Carbohydrates, or carbs, are essential for life. They are converted into glucose, which the body uses to create the energy required to carry out all of its necessary functions.

So why do some people avoid carbs like an ex-boyfriend or a distant acquaintance from high school that you pretend not to see in public?

That's because many people believe eating too many carbohydrates means consuming too much sugar, which can cause problems like weight gain and diabetes.

What carbs should i eat to lose belly fat?

So, how many carbs should we eat in a day?

We spoke with Dr. Julie Chen, an internal medicine physician with Kaiser Permanente in Gaithersburg, Maryland, to find out the best way to utilize this vital energy source while protecting our bodies from some of the adverse effects of too many carbs.

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How do I calculate how many carbs I need daily?

It depends.

“The amount of carbohydrates you should be eating per day depends on your age, gender, metabolism, activity level and overall health,” expla

how many carbs should an adult eat

how many carbs should an adult eat in one day