Choose complex
 

Choose complex instead of simple



However, what we said above doesn’t mean that you should avoid carbs altogether – they’re still an important part of a healthy diet, even when it comes to getting leaner. You simply need to replace fast-digesting carbs that cause insulin peaks with slow-digesting carbs, such as whole-grain products, potatoes, legumes, corn and pumpkin in all meals except the post-workout meal (that’s actually the only time when simple carbs are preferable since your muscle glycogen stores need immediate replenishing).

These foods release glucose more slowly into the bloodstream, offering a steadier source of energy and keeping blood sugar and insulin levels under control.