• Nurs Stand · Sep 2006

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    The role of carbohydrates in a healthy diet.

    • A Govindji.
    • Govindji Nutrition, Greater London. azmina@govindjinutrition.com
    • Nurs Stand. 2006 Sep 27; 21 (3): 56-64; quiz 66.

    AbstractNurses have an important role to play in improving patients' diets. This article examines the role of carbohydrates in the prevention and management of disease. It discusses the qlycaemic response and index, the importance of fibre, insulin sensitivity, weight management and the role of resistant starch in healthy eating.

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