Foods Highest in Carbohydrates
8,209 foods ranked by Carbohydrates per 100 g.
These are the foods highest in Carbohydrates, ranked by the amount per 100 g of the edible portion. Carbohydrates are the body's preferred fuel, providing 4 calories per gram. They include sugars, starches and fiber. Once digested, most carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which powers the brain, muscles and other tissues.
Read the full Carbohydrates guideValues per 100 g.
Grains, bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, fruit, legumes and dairy are the main dietary sources. Amounts are per 100 g of the edible portion; your serving may differ.
Carbohydrates — frequently asked questions
What foods are highest in Carbohydrates?
Per 100 g, some of the richest sources are Sweeteners, tabletop, fructose, dry, powder, Sugar, turbinado, Sugars, powdered, Sugars, granulated and Sweeteners, for baking, contains sugar and sucralose. See the full ranking above.
How much Carbohydrates do I need a day?
The FDA Daily Value is 275 g. Dietary guidelines suggest carbohydrates make up roughly 45–65% of total calories, favoring whole grains, fruit, vegetables and legumes.
What does Carbohydrates do?
Carbohydrates are the body's preferred fuel, providing 4 calories per gram. They include sugars, starches and fiber. Once digested, most carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which powers the brain, muscles and other tissues.