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carbohydrate

[kahr-boh-hahy-dreyt, -buh-] / ˌkɑr boʊˈhaɪ dreɪt, -bə- /


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Because of this, it is commonly used by people trying to lose weight, manage blood sugar, or reduce carbohydrate intake.

From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026

Incorporating carbohydrate quality into dietary strategies may be an important step in reducing dementia risk and supporting long term brain health.

From Science Daily • Jan. 27, 2026

I think he found it hard getting the volume of carbohydrate drink into him, because he was sweating so quickly.

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

But for people with coeliac disease, a lot of these go-to carbohydrate sources are off-limits, because they contain gluten.

From BBC • Dec. 10, 2025

Sweetness is a sign that a food is a rich source of carbohydrate energy.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan