The husks of grains contain more fibre. Refined carbs are metabolised faster by your body into glucose, which goes rapidly to fat.

Have you tried fresh food eg salads? They are delicious and filling in a way that keeps you sated longer than carbs without the highs and lows of energy and mood.

It takes a bit of organisation to make a big salad every day, but once you get the hang of it, you feel better, big time.