Net Carbs?

111YoYo111 · October 2014

Could someone possibly explain the science of net carbs to me? I know the math, subract the fibre. But why should I disregard all those carbs just because there's fibre in it? Also, what does "sugar alcohol" have to do with it?

Thanks

Canwehugnow · October 2014

Are you doing Atkins or something?

111YoYo111 · October 2014

No, just watching my carbs.

RachelYun27 · October 2014

I'm not entirely certain, but I think fiber is non-digestible complex carbohydrate. Since the body can't break it down, it's not counted in the total carbohydrates.

Also, here is a link that discusses sugar alcohols: http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/understanding-carbohydrates/sugar-alcohols.html

111YoYo111 · October 2014

thank you!

Net Carbs?

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