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When using foods high in starch, containing high glycemic index, can cause overweight and obesity. If you are a fan of these foods, you can choose low-carb foods to ensure health. So what should we eat less starch? The article below will help you have more options.
1. Apples and Cheeses The top of the list is a popular fruit that's enjoyed all over the world. Apples contain many vitamins and minerals that are good for health and heart. Along with that, combined with the salty-sweet flavor of cheese makes for a great snack. Specifically, you can make a cup of apple juice to drink with about 30g of mozzarella cheese. This snack contains about 16 grams of carbs, protein, fat, and fiber, making it a filling and nutritious dish.
2. Avocado and French fries Instead of 1 bowl of guacamole (a creamy sauce made from avocado), you can choose to eat a ripe avocado. Mash 1/4 ripe avocado and spread on 2 crisps for a crunchy snack. Besides, you can combine with some cream. The meal will give you about 29 grams of carbs and plenty of fiber and heart-healthy fats.
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3. Yogurt and Cucumbers Yogurt is a sour snack that's easy to eat and packed with nutrients that are good for your digestion and health. In particular, yogurt contains fat, protein, sugar and it is a non-starchy food. You can have plain yogurt or a cup of plain low-fat greek yogurt mixed with fresh cucumbers to eat. It adds up to 12 grams of carbs and a hefty (25 grams) of appetite-suppressing protein. It's like a version of the famous Greek dish, tzatziki. In addition, the content of tatronic acid in cucumber helps you prevent fat metabolism in the body and lose fat.
4. Turkey roll You can roll about 30 grams of sliced turkey in lettuce leaves and serve with a little mustard. This is a snack that contains 2.9 grams of carbs and it will get you through the afternoon.
5. Cottage cheese with strawberries, blueberries Cheesecake is not a healthy snack option. However, you can use fresh, low-fat cheese (Cottage) with the same flavor as fresh or frozen blueberries. Besides, you can add a little zero-calorie sweetener if you want it to be easier to eat. This is a regular dessert-like snack with just 17 grams of carbs, which is safe for your health.
6. Celery and peanut butter This is a popular snack among Western children. Do they usually eat it after school. You should also try this snack by adding two medium stalks of celery, then smearing about 2 tablespoons of peanut butter on top. This snack will give you 10 grams of carbs.
7. Dried beef Dried beef is a dish that is loved by many people. Today there are many units that produce quality bagged beef jerky. Beef Jerky is an example, they have more advanced ways of processing beef jerky, giving us a better choice than previous versions. Look for grass-fed beef jerky, taste delicious, and each 45g serving of beef jerky contains just 5 grams of carbs.
8. Hard-boiled eggs In the list of low-starch foods, it is impossible not to mention boiled eggs, a dish that is so popular. Cut the egg in half and spread it with a little hot sauce (such as sriracha) to make it more flavorful. Eggs provide healthy protein and contain less than 1 gram of carbs.
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9. Mixed Nuts Mixed nuts are an all-time classic for many reasons. It can be placed at the desk or at a party. 3 grams of crunchy, salty mixed nuts will keep you fueled for hours with just 6 grams of carbs.
10. Fried kale Fried kale or a salad made with kale is a much-loved snack. When purchased at a restaurant, fried kale has less than 10 grams of carbs. However, you can still cut that number even further by making this at home. Tear the leaves, then wash and drain. Season them with 1 tablespoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place in the oven at 300 degrees for 20-25 minutes, until the kale is crisp.
11. Edamame Soybeans Also known as steamed soybeans, edamame has a delicious taste. It provides a lot of fiber and protein for the body. A half cup of edamame soybeans with skin contains only about 6.9 grams of carbs. This snack is so easy to make, you can keep it in your freezer.
13. Hummus and red bell pepper Hummus is a dish that originated in the Middle East. This dish is made from cooked and pureed chickpeas (chickpea), mixed with tahini (sesame butter) sauce. Then add some olive oil, salted lemon juice and garlic. Spread 1/4 cup of hummus over a piece of red bell pepper for a delicious snack filled with 16.4 grams of carbs.
14. Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes Stuff about 85 grams of canned tuna in half a ripe tomato for a hearty snack with just 3.5 grams of carbs.
The low-carb snacks above are mostly easy to make and easy to find. Besides, it also gives you many health benefits. Hopefully they will help make your snacks healthier and more nutritious.
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Reference source: webmd.com
