10 HIGH-FIBRE LOW-CARB FOODS

1. LEAFY GREENS Leafy green veggies should form a major component of any low-carb diet – living on bacon and butter alone wasn’t part of the deal! There are so many varieties that you’re sure to find one you like. They’re low in calories, packed with nutrition and endlessly versatile.

2. FLAXSEEDS These little specks of goodness shouldn’t be underestimated. Just two tablespoons of ground flaxseeds provide 3g of dietary fibre for only 37 calories. Flaxseeds are also an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. Note: Consuming flaxseed in large doses (10 tablespoons or more) can be toxic.

3. CABBAGE Cabbage may not be everyone’s favourite veggie, but when it comes to boosting your fibre intake and adding healthy bulk to a meal, it’s tough to beat. A cup of raw, chopped cabbage contains 2,2g of fibre along with micronutrients such as vitamins C and K, and folate.

4. COCONUT One cup of raw coconut meat contains an impressive 7,2g of fibre. If raw coconut doesn’t appeal to you, consider using coconut flour, an excellent alternative to traditional wheat and gluten flour. It has a wholesome 5g of fibre per tablespoon.

5. CHIA SEEDS Chia seeds are a great addition to, if not a staple ingredient of, lowcarb baked goods. Two tablespoons (about 30g) of chia seeds contain 11g of fibre, 4g of protein and 5g of omega-3 fatty acids.

6. AVOCADO A staple food for many LCHF followers! This superfood is loaded with heart-healthy fats and packed with fibre. One medium-sized avocado (or one cup of cubed avocado) contains 10g of fibre.

7. BROCCOLI Low in calories and rich in fibre, a cup of broccoli gives you just over 2,3g of fibre. Steam it, stir-fry it, use it in soups or add it raw to salads.

8. CAULIFLOWER Cauliflower is similar to broccoli in terms of nutrition: one cup of raw cauliflower delivers 2,7g of fibre for a mere 27 calories. It can be an excellent low-carb replacement for rice, pasta and pizza crust.

9. HEMP HEARTS Hemp hearts are the seeds of the industrial hemp plant. They are extremely nutrient-dense and can be purchased whole or shelled. Whole seeds contain more fibre, but many people find them too crunchy to eat and not very appealing. Shelled seeds are easier on the taste buds and still high in fibre – a quarter cup contains about 5g.

10. NUTS Nuts and nut butters are an easy, delicious way to add fibre (as well as healthy fats) to your diet. Almonds are particularly fibre-dense, packing in 3,5g of fibre per 30g. Pistachios are another good option, with 2,9g of fibre per 30g serving.