How do I know which type of carbohydrate is good for me?

Here's some advice on carbohydrates:

    • Skip refined and processed foods altogether

    • Read the label to see if there is added sugar (be wary of the "oses")

    • Choose whole grains (oats, whole wheat and brown rice), beans,
       legumes, fruits and vegetables

    • Try to have 40% of your total caloric intake come from complex
       carbohydrates

    • Avoid the lure of low-fat foods, which contain a sizable amount of
       calories from sugar

    • Avoid the lure of low-carb foods, which sometimes have more calories
       from fat