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Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for the body. They contain sugar, starch and dietary fiber that occur in plant foods and dairy products. Carbohydrates are mainly found in plant foods. They also occur in dairy products in the form of milk sugar called lactose. Foods rich in carbohydrates include bread, pasta, beans, potatoes, rice and cereals. Carbohydrates play several roles in living organisms, including providing energy. Carbohydrate by-products are involved in the immune system, disease development, blood clotting and reproduction.