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The dLife 25 Lowest-Carb Fruits and Vegetables

#10

The number-10 lowest-carb fruit is.... PAPAYA!
It contains 5g of carbs in a 50-gram portion. One medium papaya contains 30g of carbs.




The number-10 lowest-carb vegetable is.... ASPARAGUS!
It contains 2g of carbs in a 50-gram portion. One-half cup of cooked asparagus contains 3.5g 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