where do we get all of our simple and complex carbohydrates from

Our simple carbohydrates come from naturally occurring sugars in fruits, vegetables, nuts, dairy products (like milk and yogurt), honey, and some grains. Examples of simple sugars include glucose, fructose (found in fruits), lactose (in milk), maltose (in some grain products), and sucrose (table sugar and some root vegetables). Complex carbohydrates originate from foods rich in starch and fiber such as whole grains (wheat, brown rice, oats, barley, quinoa), legumes (beans, lentils, peas), starchy vegetables (potatoes, corn, sweet potatoes), and other vegetables. Complex carbs are made of many sugar molecules linked together and take longer for the body to break down, providing more sustained energy. In summary, simple carbs are mainly obtained from fruits, dairy, and sugars, while complex carbs come from whole grains, legumes, and vegetables.