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When counting carbs do I subtract the fibre?

Discussion in 'Ask A Question' started by Mollyc1995, Mar 25, 2019.

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  1. Mollyc1995

    Mollyc1995 Type 2 · Well-Known Member

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    do I have to subtract fibre from carbs to get the actual carb content?
     
    #1 Mollyc1995, Mar 25, 2019 at 10:54 AM
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    bulkbiker Type 2 · Oracle

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    Depends where you live..
    UK no
    USA yes..
     
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    #2 bulkbiker, Mar 25, 2019 at 11:09 AM
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    Caeseji Type 2 · Well-Known Member

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    Depends where you are in the world, in the UK it’s alresdy subtracted from the number of carbs on the label.
     
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    #3 Caeseji, Mar 25, 2019 at 11:10 AM
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    Mollyc1995 Type 2 · Well-Known Member

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    Ah ok, I didn’t know that thanks!, that makes it easier for us In the uk then
     
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    #4 Mollyc1995, Mar 25, 2019 at 11:11 AM
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    Caeseji Type 2 · Well-Known Member

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    It does really help out a lot
    Certainly does, I would hate to be making calculations all the time when it comes to going shopping.
     
    #5 Caeseji, Mar 25, 2019 at 12:02 PM
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