Low-carb diets to promote weight loss or manage blood glucose have been popular for decades.
Eating a low-carb diet in the range of 25 – 150 grams of carbohydrate per day is intended to help the body burn stored fat for energy.
However, the diet can be challenging to follow because eating plans tend to focus on proteins and non-starchy vegetables and generally limit grains, legumes, and some fruits. And without careful planning, your clients may not be getting enough fiber to support their digestive system and gut health. Therefore, providing a dietary plan that adds and encourages fiber intake is vital.
Avocados are a low-carb fruit and a good source of fiber.
Most servings of fruit contain 15 grams of carbohydrate. But unlike other fruits, one-third of a medium avocado contains 3 grams of fiber with only 4 grams of carbohydrate. The carbohydrate found in avocado is 79% fiber.
In addition to providing a good source of fiber, folate, potassium, and vitamin K, the predominant fat in avocados is unsaturated, making it a great substitute for foods high in saturated fat such as butter and other full-fat spreads, which may increase the risk for heart disease.
There are a variety of delicious ways to include avocados in low-carb diet plans.
- Top half of an avocado with tuna, salmon, or chicken salad.
- Serve a grain-free Avocado Cauliflower Rice side dish.
- Combine cucumber, tomato, and avocado for a vibrant side salad.
- Create a tangy shrimp ceviche with avocado, tomato, shrimp, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Instead of tortilla chips, snack on sliced cucumbers, bell peppers, and zucchini with a serving of guacamole.
Remember, it’s always better to recommend adding fiber from food to low-carb diets, rather than dietary supplements because the benefits of consuming isolated fibers remain unclear. For more delicious avocado meal ideas, please visit the recipe collection at Love One Today.
