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carbohydrate

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


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The findings point to a carbohydrate rich diet and provide strong evidence that fermented foods and beverages were regularly consumed.

From Science Daily Mar. 4, 2026

Taken together, the findings show that arginine made dental biofilms less harmful by lowering acidity, altering carbohydrate composition, and reshaping the microbial community.

From Science Daily Jan. 9, 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

For this reason, an acre of mixed grasses can actually produce more carbohydrate and protein in a year than an acre of field corn.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan

Gruel recalls growing up in what he calls the “microwave generation,” in a house stocked with cereal, pasta, refined carbohydrates and premade salad dressings.

From Salon Aug. 5, 2026

Kerr also worked with a chef and nutritionist who fed him plenty of carbohydrates and protein but also raw vegetables to boost overall health.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

It generally limits refined carbohydrates, heavily processed products, and foods high in added sugar.

From Science Daily Jul. 18, 2026

“High-protein diets and fueling with carbohydrates for matches. Nutritional strategies have changed considerably in the last 10-15 years.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2026

The plant uses the carbohydrates it makes as an energy source to go about its planty business.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan




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