Carbohydrates are fuel for our bodies, provide us with energy, and feed our brain. It is always important to incorporate carbohydrates in our meals, but consuming excess amounts of carbohydrates can lead to weight gain, increase in insulin resistance, and in diabetics can lead to elevated blood sugars. Low carbohydrate diets have shown to help with weight loss and improve health outcomes. In order to decrease carbohydrate intake, there are some easy swaps you can make.
Carbohydrate – Spaghetti
Substitution – Zoodles (zucchini noodles) or Spaghetti Squash
Recipe – https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/172398/zucchini-noodles/
Carbohydrate – Lasagna
Substitution – Eggplant Slices
Recipe – https://www.wellplated.com/eggplant-lasagna/
Carbohydrate – Rice
Substitution – Cauliflower Rice
Carbohydrate – Tortilla Wraps
Substitution – Lettuce Wraps
Recipe – https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-chicken-lettuce-wraps-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-220124
Carbohydrate – Chips
Substitution – Sweet Potato Chips
Recipe – https://minimalistbaker.com/baked-sweet-potato-chips/
Carbohydrate – French Fries
Substitution – Carrot Fries
Recipe – https://tasty.co/recipe/carrot-fries
Carbohydrate – Fruit Juice
Substitution – Flavored Water or Seltzer Water
Recipe – https://deliciouslyorganic.net/flavored-water-recipes/
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