How to Calculate Net Carbs (Low Carb / Keto)

So you want to learn how to calculate net carbs? Good news! It's really easy. In this video, not only do I show you the formula for how to calculate the net carbohydrate content for food. I also show how to calculate net carbs from nutrition labels and how to calculate net carbs using myfitnesspal.

Whilst the majority of the time calculating net carbs is pretty easy, there is one group of 'foods' that causes us problems! Sugar alcohols. This video also shows you to calculate carbs when sugar alcohols are included!
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IMPORTANT: The content in this video is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of a primary physician. Please regularly consult with your physician in matters relating to your health, particularly with respect to any symptoms that may require diagnosis or immediate medical attention. Due to the variance of individuals’ lifestyles and bodies, the methods elaborated on in this video are not guaranteed to produce your desired result; therefore, the author does not assume any liability to any party for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by the choice to implement any of the following health strategies.

[DrDanMaggs]

Hey Carb Dodgers! So I'm all about making videos that answer your common low carb diet questions! Got an idea for a video? Then drop it in the comment section below! :)

[nomdeplume]

I appreciate your explanation of only using net carbs with real foods; and, total carbs for any processed foods. Very helpful.

[sheag]

I'm just starting the keto world and was really confused about net carbs versus total carbs but you have absolutely simplified this in such an easy way thank you so much and needless to say I am definitely subscribed

[dianemartin]

You are the first person to help me understand counting carbs and I thank you.

[HanaaNay]

Thanks a lot for this video and the heads up about net carbs. It helped me a lot with my current struggle. I’m new to trying keto, and i had difficulties to keep my carbs low.

[kaye-anngooden]

Can you please do a video about approved sugars on a Keto diet?

[pmi]

Yes, in the UK we'll have to be careful with net carb numbers on labels. I used your Chia example via google then looked it up in Sainsburys and saw that Sainsburys separate out everything as separate line items - Chia still shows at 8g Carbs / 100g of seeds but it doesn't say its a net or gross or show any way it was calculated. I think I'd like it more if there was a bit more math shown, but I don't think I personally can get the food industry to change overnight on this!!!! Overall, a terrific video. All new knowledge to me and ultra helpful.

FYI on day 6 of keto - flu hasn't been too bad as I've taken plenty of salts and stayed hydrated. Had the other symptoms in a mild form. Really quite excited how this is going to go over the next month

[KingaGorski]

Things like this are so much more straightforward with a formula - I'm sure this info will help people!

[ArdelleVision]

I’ve been doing keto. And this is so helpful! Thanks for sharing! Great video!

[denisaaaaaaaaaaa]

Hi, so i have a question
I recently bought coconut flour which I heard it's great for keto, but I'm confused because it has 32g carbs and 45g fibre
Is it considered a processed food ? To have the net carbs should I calculate 32-45 ? Does that mean it has 0 carbs ?

[clintmcleod]

I get the calculation, thanks. My only question is, why didn't you include the grams of sugar underneath the fibre in your calculation?

[stevendaniel]

Wonderful!!!
You answered all my questions on this subject. Thank

[amandamcnab]

Made this so simple to understand! Thank you

[ragnark]

What if the label says "fiber" instead of "dietary fiber" do you still subtract it??

[victoriaperez]

Well explained and straight to the point! Well I’m curious, I’m sure it varies, but is there a rule of them as to how many net carbs one should have to stay in nutritional ketosis? Thanks 🙏🏼

[vdugani]

Hello Dr Dan,
I am a new subscriber to your channel and your way of explaining things is amazing. Just wondering do you have video on healthy fats for vegetarians wanting to do keto?
Regards.( Duganiv from Australia)

[LucyGriffithsdotcom]

Oh this is actually really useful! Watched the whole thing and learned a lot. Thank you!

[norenmedina]

I was told by my doctor not to adhere to the keto diet because it's unhealthy. He said I should eat a diverse diet so I tried the Agoge diet and I am starting noticing less persistent belly fat really fast.

[joefallon]

So for calculating net carbs in the uk do I deduct the ‘of which sugars’ part away from total carbs?

[horizon]

What’s the best way to calculate your macros doing it wrong please help