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

They’re practically equivalent to a bowl of pasta.

From: Harper’s BAZAAR UK

Related articles:

Celebrity Diet Secrets: Here’s Exactly What Ashley Graham Eats In A Day

Scientists Are Trialling A Pill Which ‘Mimics Effects Of Exercise’ On The Body

5 Weird Things That Burn As Many Calories As A Run

https://www.harpersbazaar.com.sg/gallery/high-carb-food/

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

BEANS

image

BEANS

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

YOGHURT

image

YOGHURT

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

QUINOA

image

QUINOA

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

BANANAS

image

BANANAS

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

RAISINS

image

RAISINS

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

FIZZY DRINKS

image

FIZZY DRINKS

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

MANGOES

image

MANGOES

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

Privacy Menu

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

They’re practically equivalent to a bowl of pasta

Privacy Menu

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

They’re practically equivalent to a bowl of pasta

SHARE THIS ON

Trending

Newsletter Subscribe