How to Use complex carbohydrate in a Sentence

complex carbohydrate

noun
  • Fiber is a type of complex carbohydrate that your body cannot digest.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 12 Oct. 2022
  • Lentils are high in fiber and complex carbohydrates while low in fat and calories.
    — Kelly Heisler, Cincinnati.com, 16 Apr. 2018
  • Then a quarter of your plate should be for complex carbohydrates that are fiber-rich, such as quinoa or potatoes.
    — Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, CNN, 10 Mar. 2024
  • This comes from the mung beans, which are full of polysaccharides—a complex carbohydrate that reads sweet on our tongues.
    — Alison Roman, WSJ, 12 Apr. 2018
  • These tools are genes that can break down some of the complex carbohydrate molecules in seaweed.
    — Ed Yong, Discover Magazine, 29 Dec. 2010
  • The health halo has shifted to complex carbohydrates and foods derived from whole wheat.
    — Bedatri D. Choudhury, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025
  • Opt for complex carbohydrates, such as whole-grain breads and cereals, as well as barley.
    — Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 24 Nov. 2025
  • Opt for complex carbohydrates, such as whole-grain breads and cereals, as well as barley.
    — Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 4 May 2026
  • Pair them with berries and whole grains for extra fiber, vitamins, and complex carbohydrates.
    — Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 30 June 2026
  • Another way to up your chances of falling asleep is to include a small amount of complex carbohydrates in your evening meal or snack.
    — Hannah Coates, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
  • Ideally, your meals and snacks should be rich in protein and balanced with complex carbohydrates and healthy fats.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Aim for a balanced breakfast with protein, fiber, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates.
    — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 13 May 2026
  • But there are many health benefits in choosing more complex carbohydrates and eating more fiber.
    — Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2026
  • The meals contain a balance of fruits and vegetables, healthy fats, complex carbohydrates and lean meats.
    — Carlos Frías, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
  • The meals contain a balance of fruits and vegetables, healthy fats, complex carbohydrates and lean meats.
    — Carlos Frías, miamiherald, 6 Sep. 2017
  • Therefore your post-workout meal should be high in complex carbohydrates that break down slowly and loaded with healthy protein.
    — SELF, 7 Aug. 2019
  • Choose whole grains, lean proteins, and low-sodium cheeses and nuts for your board to provide protein, complex carbohydrates, and heart-healthy fats.
    — Johna Burdeos, Health, 21 Oct. 2024
  • But complex carbohydrates, like those found in whole grain breads, grains like quinoa and farro, and yes, fruits, veggies, and dairy, are all part of a healthy diet.
    — Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, 23 May 2019
  • Some, such as those from complex carbohydrates and fiber, will likely provide more satiety, keeping you fuller throughout the day.
    — Sarah Garone, Health, 10 July 2023
  • Whole grains like quinoa, rye, oats, barley, and brown rice provide complex carbohydrates that are digested more slowly.
    — Ana Morales, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024
  • Build your breakfast with complex carbohydrates, lean protein, and healthy fats to give you long-lasting energy.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 23 Apr. 2026
  • First the team looked for telltale starch grains (complex carbohydrates), found in most plant tissues, including cacao.
    — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 29 Oct. 2018
  • Carb intake should come from complex carbohydrates with a low to moderate glycemic index, such as whole grains, vegetables, and fruit.
    — Cathy Nelson, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Still, there’s room in a runner’s diet for both high‑fiber, complex carbohydrates and low‑fiber, refined options.
    — Outside, 24 Mar. 2026
  • Consider pairing your high-protein breakfast with some complex carbohydrates, like whole-grain toast.
    — Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 25 Mar. 2025
  • Amylase helps humans digest complex carbohydrates, starting from the moment a starchy food enters the mouth.
    — Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Oct. 2024
  • Brown rice is a complex carbohydrate that provides long-lasting energy, making these treats perfect for an active pup.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 23 Oct. 2022
  • To avoid this problem, Hines suggests eating a healthy breakfast filled with proteins, complex carbohydrates, and some fats.
    — Joelle Goldstein, PEOPLE.com, 27 Nov. 2019
  • Include complex carbohydrates like oatmeal, lean proteins like egg whites, and healthy fats like mashed avocado.
    — Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
  • Lentils are also an inexpensive source of protein, complex carbohydrates, and fiber.
    — Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2020

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