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simple carbohydrate

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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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