Protected: Carbohydrates: Your Body’s Main Fuel Source Think about some of your favorite foods. They probably have carbohydrates! Carbohydrates, or carbs, are the body’s main fuel source. They provide energy for your brain, heart, kidneys and central nervous system. Carbs are broken down into glucose, or sugar, as energy for your cells, tissues and organs. As a Warfighter, staying fueled up is essential to your duties. Keeping your mind and body prepared is not only necessary for daily living, but also for operational readiness. This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: Additional ResourcesMyPlate.gov - “MyPlate.gov”American Heart Association - “Added Sugars”ReferencesMedline Plus - “Carbohydrates”Mayo Clinic - “Carbohydrates: How carbs fit into a healthy diet”Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health - “Carbohydrates”