nutrition

Net Carbs

Total carbohydrates minus fiber (and in some formulations, sugar alcohols) — the carbs that raise blood glucose.

Net carbs = total carbohydrates − fiber − some sugar alcohols. The concept exists because fiber and certain sugar alcohols are not digested into glucose and therefore do not contribute meaningfully to blood-sugar rises. It is most relevant on ketogenic diets where the carb limit targets glucose-raising carbs specifically. The FDA does not require "net carbs" labeling — it's a consumer convention.

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