Diabetes Diet
The dLife 25 Lowest-Carb Fruits and Vegetables
The number-eight lowest-carb fruit is.... GRAPEFRUIT!
It contains 5g of carbs in a 50-gram portion. One-half medium grapefruit contains 10.5g of carbs.
The number-eight lowest-carb vegetable is.... TURNIPS!
It contains 2g of carbs in a 50-gram portion. One-half cup of cooked turnips contains 4g of carbs.
Note: To help you visualize a 50-gram
portion, here are some examples: 10 grapes, 1/3 of a medium sized
peach, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 35 blueberries, or 2 extra-long spears of asparagus.
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Reviewed by Susan Weiner, R.D., M.S., C.D.E., C.D.N. 10/08
Last Modified Date: July 10, 2009
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