Source of carbohydrate

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 •Sources of carbohydrate:-


*Grains, such as bread, noodles, pasta, crackers, cereals, and rice

*Fruits, such as apples, bananas, berries, mangoes, melons, and oranges

*Dairy products, such as milk and yogurt

*Legumes, including dried beans, lentils, and peas

*Snack foods and sweets, such as cakes, cookies, candy, and other desserts

*Juices, regular sodas, fruit drinks, sports drinks, and energy drinks that contain sugar

Starchy vegetables, such as potatoes, corn, and peas

Some foods don't have a lot of carbohydrates, such as meat, fish, poultry, some types of cheese, nuts, and oils.

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