Carb Counting Tips

1. Light Jell-O gelatine is a refreshing treat that contains zero grams of carbohydrate per serving and makes a delicious dessert or snack.
2. Stock up on veggies. Keep plenty of precut vegetables in the house and at work. A 1/2 cup serving of broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes has 3 grams or less carbohydrates and is low in calories.
3. For a new twist, wrap your favourite sandwich fillings in a lettuce leaf.
4. Portion Control is an important factor in weight management and carb intake. A quick way to estimate portion sizes is to use your hand as a guide. For example, your clenched fist is approximately equal to a cup. For more examples click here to view our Size it Up article.
5. Try adding Kraft 100% Parmesan cheese instead of breadcrumbs and use tomato sauce or tomato paste instead of ketchup in your meatloaf.
6. Just eating 1 piece of bread with a sandwich is a simple way to cut down on carbs.
7. Here's a nutty twist to cutting carbs out of your breaded pork chops and skinless chicken breast, "bread" them in finely chopped almonds or pecans! Keeps in the moisture and gives a great flavour too!
8. Looking for quick and simple on-the-go breakfast ideas? Try celery sticks stuffed with cream cheese or peanut butter.
9. Simple and easy snack ideas. Take a slice of salami or ham, spread it with cream cheese, and sprinkle with a few nuts and roll it all up. Eat a handful of pecans or other nuts to satisfy your hunger between meals.
10. A tasty way of cutting carbs and have your dessert too! Add fresh fruits such as strawberries, grapes, and raspberries into Cool Whip Topping.
11. When you get home late and don't have much time, whipping up a cheese and veggie omelette is a quick and simple meal idea.
12. If you miss mashed potatoes but love cauliflower you'll love this! Steam cauliflower as usual but when its done you can mash them like you would potatoes. It's the same texture but with a great flavour!

Check the nutrition label for the most up-to-date information as product formulas may change.

Net carbs are calculated by subtracting fibre from total carbohydrates.