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Carbohydrates may have gotten a bad rap, but a new study from Tufts University finds that some are better than others — and that older women in particular could reap the benefits.

The research, which was recently published in the journal JAMA Network Open, found that daily consumption of fiber and "high-quality" carbs in midlife can contribute to healthier aging and overall better wellness among older females.

The researchers defined "healthy aging" as "the absence of 11 major chronic diseases, lack of cognitive and physical function impairments, and having good mental health."

EXPERTS REVEAL HIDDEN WAYS SUGAR ACCELERATES AGING BEYOND JUST WEIGHT GAIN

The study was led by researchers from the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrit

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