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What do cookies, cakes, candy, pasta, bread, fruit and vegetables have in common? Carbohydrates! Although they all fall into the same category of macronutrients, not all carbohydrates are created equal. You've probably heard of simple and complex carbohydrates, but understanding the difference can have a big impact on your health. Here's the breakdown: simple carbohydrates, found in foods like cakes, cookies, candies and sugary drinks, are digested quickly and cause blood sugar spikes. In contrast, complex carbohydrates -…