complex carbohydrate

noun

: a polysaccharide (such as starch or cellulose) consisting of usually hundreds or thousands of monosaccharide units
also : a food (such as rice or pasta) composed primarily of such polysaccharides

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While complex carbohydrates are high in fiber and other nutrients associated with health benefits, refined carbohydrates are linked to more negative health outcomes. Jillian Kubala, Health, 18 Jan. 2025 This can include foods containing lactose (milk sugar), artificial sweeteners, and complex carbohydrates. Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 14 Jan. 2025 Nutrient-dense foods and beverages contain high amounts of vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, complex carbohydrates, and lean proteins. Lindsey Desoto, Rd, Ld, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025 Some examples of complex carbohydrates include whole grains, brown rice, legumes, quinoa, sweet potatoes, vegetables, and fruits like bananas. Audrey Noble, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for complex carbohydrate 

Word History

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of complex carbohydrate was in 1938

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“Complex carbohydrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/complex%20carbohydrate. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

Medical Definition

complex carbohydrate

noun
: a polysaccharide (as starch or cellulose) consisting of usually hundreds or thousands of monosaccharide units
also : a food (as rice or pasta) composed primarily of such polysaccharides
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