Fiber is a unique form of carbs in terms of its digestion and effects on your body.
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Sugar alcohols are processed similarly to fiber, with a few important differences.
Many sugar alcohols are only partially absorbed in the small intestine, and there is a lot of vari… See more

Whole foods contain naturally occurring fiber. Therefore, you can simply subtract the fiber from the total carbs to get the net carbs.
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Calculating Net Carbs From Fiber
Most fiber can be completely subtracted from the total carbs listed on the nutrition label. If you live outside the US, the “total carbohydra… See more

Advantages
•Less restrictive: Counting net carbs may increase food choices. For instance, although blackberries, avocados and seeds are mainly f… See more