Quantity-Dependent Foods

Berries are described as the most keto-friendly fruits because small amounts can be satisfying. Peanuts are legumes and contain about 14 percent net carbs, much more than macadamias or pecans. Garlic is starchier gram for gram than potato and sweet potato, but ordinary portions are small enough to manage. Quantity-dependent foods can fit low-carb eating in small amounts but can consume a daily carbohydrate budget in large amounts. A pound of watermelon provides about 30 grams of sugar, and realistic servings can yield 20 to 40 grams. The article rejects the idea that watermelon is high in fiber and low in sugar in practical servings. Cream has less sugar than milk because higher dairy fat concentration means lower water and sugar concentration. Ketchup is presented as problematic because commercial ketchup is mostly high-fructose corn syrup. Fresh and dried herbs and spices can be used freely because practical serving weights contribute few net carbs.