Suggestions on cutting carbs

[Yasi92]

Does anyone have any suggestions on cutting carbs??

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[Odyssey13]

Hi @Yasi92 if you're trying to lose weight or trying to keep within a certain number of carbs for diabetes, the answer is still the same - count them. It helps in the beginning to keep a food log of what you're eating. It's not an easy thing to do, but it can be done. Don't forget that fiber in a food item can reduce the number of carbs, so increase your fiber. Eating out makes it harder to keep an eye on those carbs, but it's not impossible. If you do most of your own cooking, all you need do is read the labels on the packaging and learn what your limits are. You can find basic information on what your daily recommended allowances are by going to many different sites. It's also good to ask your health care professional how many carbs is best for you in a day, just like counting calories.

[Yasi92]

I already do that.  I guess I was looking for more swaps and when you count carbs are you supposed subtract the fiber from the carbs you are consuming or just look at the total carbs on the product?

[Odyssey13 · Accepted solution]

You have to do the math yourself since any product will list the total carbs and the total fiber. You can only subtract a portion of the carbs using a basic formula, which is explained more in this article - click to read. It's about half way down the page

[keyy]

Add more fiber into your diet - they help moderate the uptake of nutrients and minimize related spikes due to excesses.  Also stay away from processed carbs - get carbs from whole foods since they contain more fiber.  Cut out sugar, sodas and juices and watch your intake of fructose from high fructose fruits.

[CatRun]

I don't know if this will answer your question, but some things I do: use alternative sweeteners instead of sugar (stevia, allulose,etc, whichevr is your preference), when having carbs, measure and add other foods to the plate, eg: spaghetti,  I measure one half cup of pasta and add a crisp side salad. Or, sub Konjac noodles for a no carb option. Pad Thai with Konjac noodles,  fried rice with konjac rice or cauli rice are good subs. 

I bake, so always have high protein low carb muffins. I sub half the flour for high protein alts like almond flour, protein powder, PB3, etc. I love ice cream so make sugar free protein ice cream or frozen yogurt with the Ninja Cremi. 

I've lost 24 lbs since Jan 24. I don't do "Keto", but I do minimize carbs. However, some carbs are good, like oatmeal  (add protein powder), potatoes (nutritious and increase satiety), and hearty whole grain bread.  They are part of my low cal nutrition plan along with lean meat, fish lots of veg and some fruit. Homemade soup is a must, with veg and lean protein it's low can and super filling without adding many (or any) carbs.  Protein energy bites are easy to make.

Because I do so much homemade, I'm not really up on the low carb store bought snacks, but honestly I find the best snacks are things like some almonds with an apple, some aged cheddar or hummus with carrot sticks, things like that..  crunchy fiber source with protein.

Search "high protein low calorie" on Youtube or Instagram for lots of ideas. Good luck!

[CatRun]

So interesting to re-read my comment today.  It's now Aug 5, and I am 44 lbs down.  18 to go to goal.  😁

[OdessaHolland]

Start by swapping refined carbs for veggies or whole grains. Cut down on bread, pasta, and sugary snacks. Focus on protein, healthy fats, and fiber-rich foods to stay full.