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Replacing Starchy Carbs w/ Veg?

javacofe
javacofe Posts: 3 Member
edited December 2024 in Food and Nutrition
Hi guys,

I'm wondering whether it's possible to substitute higher-GI carbohydrates like rice/pasta/potatoes with "simple" vegetables such as carrots/peas/tomatoes etc?

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  • neanderthin
    neanderthin Posts: 10,422 Member
    Sure, why not. Keep in mind there's a big calorie difference, which makes more room for good ol' protein and fat.
  • LiftBigtoGetFit
    LiftBigtoGetFit Posts: 3,399 Member
    it can be done, it's a struggle for me. i used to be a potato with every meal kind of guy. I try to eat extra servings of veggies and none or small portions of starches. i can't cut them out all the time every day, but i am doing better. plus like neanderthin said that leaves more calories for steak :)
  • Sharonks
    Sharonks Posts: 884 Member
    I like this low carb recipes site http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/

    Try the mashed cauliflower. Great substitute for mashed potatoes. I also fry radishes in bacon, sort of like fried potatoes.
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