Carbs vs Net Carbs

bdelouchrey

Does myfitnesspal track net carbs, not just carbs? Is there a way to change that? Thanks!

AnnPT77

Because the food database is crowd-sourced, and net carbs aren't the standard on labels world-wide, most of the database entries aren't net carb.

Most of us would advise you, when you're first starting out on MFP, to verify the database entries you use against an authoritative source (like USDA). Then, when your frequent foods are populated, you can use those knowing that they're correct.

Many people trying to track net carbs will take advantage of the ability to modify the nutrient columns that appear on your diary page: If you drop a column and add the fiber column, you can easily subract your fiber total from your carb total (of "total carbs" verified database entries) to know where you are for the day.

bdelouchrey

Thank you