Am I Eating too Many Carbs?

Do you experience fatigue?

Is your belly swollen?

Do you feel bloated?

Do you struggle with acne?

Do you crave sugar?

Do you get more cavities?

Do you feel hungry all the time?

Do you have a foggy brain?

Based on your answers, it’s unlikely that you are eating too many carbs, which is of course positive news! The amount of carbohydrates you need on a daily basis depends on your age, metabolism, and activity level. However, the type of carbs to eat is the same for everybody. Everyone should try to consume healthy carbs; these are slow-digesting carbs such as lentils, fruits, vegetables, and whole wheat bread. You should avoid fast-digesting carbs, including white rice, white bread, and processed snacks.

Based on your answers, you are displaying some signs related to eating too many carbs. If you are training hard in the gym and still feel like your body is not responding in the right way to your training, it may be a sign of eating too many carbs. If you eat too many (refined) carbs, it can create several unpleasant symptoms. The recommended carb intake for the general active exerciser lies between 3 and 7 grams per kg body weight. However, it depends on the overall goals and amount of exercise. It may be important to adjust your diet or ask help from your doctor or dietitian.

Unfortunately, you are displaying the symptoms typically seen among individuals who are eating too many carbs. It is very important to eat quality carbs, such as whole grains and vegetables, and anything that contains a lot of fiber. The recommended carb intake for the general active exerciser lies between 3 and 7 grams per kg body weight. However, it depends on the overall goals and amount of exercise. In your case, it may be important to adjust your diet, or otherwise ask help from your doctor or dietitian.