Low Carb, Low Calorie & High Fiber Foods
Low-carbohydrate foods are good for you, but they can be high in calories. The best low-carb foods are also low in calories and high in fiber. Step away from the bacon and find better low-carbohydrate food choices. Your body will thank you.
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Why Low Carb?
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Low-carbohydrate foods are denser than high-carb foods. They help make you feel full. Low-carb foods also don't cause your blood sugar levels to rise as high as high-carb foods do, because they have less starch and sugar, and more fiber.
Meat
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Meat is low in carbs. Some meat can have a lot of calories and not as much fiber. The best choices for low-carb, low-calorie and high-fiber meats are fish like salmon and skinless chicken breasts.
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Vegetables
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Low-carb vegetables are low in fat and high in fiber. Some low-carb vegetables include spinach, broccoli and green beans.
Grains
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Choose whole grain products to lower carbohydrate counts. Whole grain bread and pasta are high in fiber and low in calories.
Fruit
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You can eat fruit even if you are doing a low-carb diet. Stick with fresh fruit like berries for a low-calorie, lower-carb choice.
Snacks
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Low-carb, low-calorie and high-fiber snacks can be hard to find. A good choice is nuts. Nuts give you a satisfying crunch and are full of good fats.
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