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Carbohydrates (or simply carbs) are macronutrients that make up a large portion of most diets. They are found in fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, dairy products and other foods. Fiber is a type of carb that the body cannot digest. Sugar substitutes include artificial sweeteners (e.g., aspartame, saccharin, sucralose) and alternate sweeteners (e.g., honey).

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