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simple carbohydrate

American  

noun

  1. a carbohydrate, as glucose, that consists of a single monosaccharide unit.


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High-glycemic, simple carbohydrate foods like sweet cereal result in higher blood lipid levels, increased hunger and greater amounts of release of insulin.

From Salon Jul. 23, 2024

Eat an easily digestible simple carbohydrate, like a plain bagel, toast or oatmeal.

From New York Times Apr. 4, 2017

The bland-tasting root is virtually pure starch, a simple carbohydrate not much different than pure corn starch.

From How and When to Be Your Own Doctor by Solomon, Steve

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