13 reasons you shouldn't be afraid of carbs

To carb or not to carb? That is the question. No Images? Click here     It seems like everyone's cutting carbs these days, from J.Lo and her 10-day challenge to everyone on the planet who thinks keto is a good idea. But if you're considering cutting carbs entirely, you may want to think twice. Read our story with 13 reasons carbs are essential in keeping your brain and body a well-oiled machine.  Once you're back on Team Carb, read below for some crazy-delicious ways to carbo load. Have a happy weekend! XO, Kristen   Speaking of carbs: 75 chocolate recipes Now that you've convinced yourself that carbs aren't the devil, get on board with these 75 irresistible chocolate desserts. There's cake, pots de creme, brownies, cookies, tarts, drinks and everything your chocolate-loving heart could desire. GET THE RECIPES   The food Americans miss most abroad If you've ever found yourself in a faraway land without access to the foods you typically reach for at home, you'll quickly realize what tugs most at your taste buds. And for Americans, the dish is an unexpected one, mostly because, well ... it isn't even American. LEARN WHAT IT IS   How ice cream became America's go-to breakup food   Get dumped, reach for a pint of Ben & Jerry's. Bridget Jones has done it, along with nearly everyone else on planet Earth. Turns out, there are scientific and psychological reasons ice cream is the food we turn to when our hearts are broken.  LEARN MORE   The best slow cooker pasta recipes   In case you're craving even more carbs, we've got just the answer for you. Check out these 12 pasta dishes you can make in your Crock Pot.   GET THE RECIPES Eat on: The Best Comfort Foods From Around The World So THAT'S Why Pregnancy Causes Insatiable Food Cravings Mandy Moore's Go-To Comfort Food Is Delicious As Hell    .     HuffPost is now a part of Oath and a part of Verizon. On May 25, 2018 we introduced a new Oath Privacy Policy which will explain how your data is used and shared. Learn More. No moon dust. No B.S. Just a completely essential daily guide to achieving the good life. Subscribe here. Like what you see? Share it. Can't get enough? You'll also love HuffPost's Entertainment newsletter. ©2018 HuffPost | 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 You are receiving this email because you signed up for updates from HuffPost Feedback | Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe      . - - Preferences  |  Unsubscribe