White Flour
As mentioned, bipolar patients grapple with carbohydrates and sugar cravings due to unbalanced brain chemistry. Having said that, the caveat is not cuting off carbs entirely as our brain obtain energy mainly from glucose and require a steady blood glucose level to maintain a well balanced mood. The key is hence to choose the right type and amount of carbohydrates which help keep a good blood glucose balance.
On the contrary, white flour, along with its produce like pasta, noodles, bread, pastries, pizza dough etc, causes surge in blood sugars and lead to sugar "crash" after the intial boost. White flour is also linked to metabolic disease like type 2 diabetes and celiac disease.
Tip: Go for whole grains or unrefined complex carbohydrates which aids in maintaining blood sugar levels. Try a protein and fiber combination snack to help curb carbohydrate cravings.
