Fibre is a type of carb, which can be found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans, and whole grains. Antioxidants are important to help our body fight disease, to keep our immunity high, and to keep inflammation in our body low. When you’re tempted to reduce your carb intake or engage in a keto diet, please keep in mind that you still need fibre and antioxidants for good health and wellbeing.
Fibre
Eating a lot of fibre keeps you feeling full, reduces digestive issues and symptoms, balances your hormones and anxiety levels, reduces the risk of disease, and promotes a healthy gut for optimal health and wellbeing.
Recommended daily intakes of Fibre are 25g/day for women, 30g/day for men, 20-28g/day for pre-teens and adolescents, 14-18g/day for young children 1-8 yrs. Most of us aren’t eating enough fibre, especially if you are on a low carb or keto diet.
So Which vegetables have low carbs, but high fibre?
- Artichokes
- Brussel sprouts
- dark leafy greens (great insoluble fibre)
- Broccoli (great insoluble fibre)
- Cauliflower
- Mushrooms
- Asparagus
- Eggplant
- Summer Squash
- Cabbage (great insoluble fibre)
- celery (great soluble fibre)
The brighter green or colourful the better when it comes to antioxidants, so don’t skimp on these veggies in your low carb or keto diet.
Note : If you do increase your fibre, do it slowly and drink a lot of water to avoid stomach upset.
Read more about the importance of fibre and healthy carbs here.
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