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Carbohydrates

Healthful sources of carbohydrates provide nutrients to help fuel the body and promote good health.

Children Need Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates

Children Need Carbohydrates

In recent years, several fad diets have recommended the reduction, or even elimination, of carbohydrates from our daily eating routine. But are these "low-carb" diets good for kids?
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