How to say <em>yes</em> to carbs

Remember, carbs power our brains and body and give us the energy to do the things we love!

By Weight Watchers

Last updated 23 November 2022

Repeat after us: Carbs are not the enemy on a weight-loss program. You need them to fuel your body! Here’s some Points®-friendly inspo for incorporating this essential macronutrient. Try adding one (or more!) to your routine this week.

Try This!

Breakfast: Oatmeal (rolled or steel cut work!) Whole-grain English muffin with eggs, avocado, or nut butter Nonfat Greek yogurt with blueberries Lunch: Quinoa bowl Salad with roasted chickpeas A sandwich on a whole-wheat tortilla Snack: Banana and peanut butter Hummus with veggies Whole-grain crackers with cheese Dinner: Whole-wheat pasta with chicken sausage Stir-fry with brown rice Salmon with roasted potatoes

Let’s dive a little deeper...

Fact: Carbs are an essential part of a healthy pattern of eating. Myth: Carbs are bad and you shouldn't eat them.

Carbs can get a bit of a bad rap. (Thanks to Atkins or keto diets.) But let’s not forget one important thing: Carbs power our brains and body and give us the energy to do the things we love!

Sure, there are different types of carbs. We’re not saying that cheesy pasta and Greek yogurt with blueberries pack the same nutritional punch, but they’re all on the menu with WW. They might even be on your personalised ZeroPoint™ foods list.

Bottom line? Carbs can absolutely support you on your journey. So shake off that hesitation and try adding different sources of carbs throughout your day. You may even find a new fave snack.

Week one of our monthly theme, Myth Busting.