Beans and legumes
Top 10 in Top 15 Foods to Avoid on a Low Carb Diet
Numerous health benefits of beans and legumes include lowered risk of heart disease and inflammation. Despite having a lot of carbohydrates, they also have a significant amount of fiber. They contain good amounts of soluble fiber, carbohydrates, protein, folate, and iron, and due to their macronutrient content, many people believe that beans should have a place in anyone's diet. But you might be able to include small amounts on a low-carb diet, depending on your own tolerance and daily carbohydrate limit.
The number of carbs in 1 cup (160–200 grams) of cooked beans and legumes is listed below:
- Lentils: 39 grams (23 grams net)
- Peas: 25 grams (16 grams net)
- Black beans: 41 grams (26 grams net)
- Pinto beans: 45 grams (30 grams net)
- Chickpeas: 45 grams (32 grams net)
- Kidney beans: 40 grams (27 grams net)
