7 Things People Think Are Low Carb But Actually Aren't

A cup of the baked ones has a whopping 54 grams of carbs. Photo: Envision

If you opt for a high-sugar, fruity variety, you risk taking in more than 40 carbs per 8-o.z. serving.

It's a better alternative to bread, thanks to its high protein and fibre count, but quinoa still has around 39 grams of carbohydrates in a cup. Photo: Photografiabasica

An extra-large banana can have around 35 carbs, but it also is a good source of magnesium, potassium, and fibre. Photo: James Ross

A tiny, unassuming box of these guys has 34 grams of carbs. Photo: Tom Grill

The sugar in a can of fizzy drink gets a bad rap, but the carb count is just as bad: one can of Coke has 39 grams. Photo: Tetra Images

One fruit has 50 grams of carbs. That said, half of one also packs an entire day's supply of Vitamin C. Photo: Brian Hagiwara