Does Sugar Cause Distractibility In Kids?
Starches; Simple sugars; Sugars; Complex carbohydrates; Diet - carbohydrates; Simple carbohydrates
Side Effects
- Getting too many carbohydrates can lead to an increase in total calories, causing
obesity . - Not getting enough carbohydrates can cause a lack of calories (malnutrition), or excessive intake of
fats to make up the calories.
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