Low-carbohydrate Snack Foods

The University of Maryland Medical Center warns that when you eat carbohydrates, they raise your insulin levels, which can contribute to weight gain. To avoid the problem, you can replace your traditional snacks with snack foods that are naturally low in carbohydrates. Because pre-existing medical conditions or lifestyle factors may affect your nutrient needs, discuss any dietary plan modifications with your doctor.

Cheese

"The Atkins Shopping Guide," published by the Atkins Health & Medical Information Service that advocates for the Atkins low-carb diet plan, recommends hard and semi-hard cheese as a great snack. Specifically, Atkins suggests colby, which has 0.7 grams of carbs per ounce; fontina, which has 0.4 grams per ounce, and manchego, which has 1 gram per ounce.

Peanut Butter

Peanut butter comes recommended by the University of Florida Diabetes Center as a "fun snack idea" for those on a low-carb eating plan. A single tablespoon of peanut butter yields just 4 grams of carbohydrates while giving you nutrients like protein, fiber and minerals.

Whole Grain Bread

Whole grain bread is one of the best low-carb types of breads for snacks or meals, according to the Harvard School of Public Health. The school advises checking the ingredient list first to make sure that whole grain flour is mentioned first. The U. S. Department of Agriculture states that a slice of whole wheat bread nets you about 12 grams of carbohydrates.

Eggs

Eggs are very low carb, reports MyFit.ca. They also provide a lot of protein. A single large chicken egg only has 0.56 grams of carbohydrates, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For measuring purposes, a large egg weighs 50 grams.

Gelatin Snacks

Cubes of sugar-free gelatin, available in powder form in most grocery stores, have virtually no carbohydrates, reports the University of Florida Diabetes Center. Their fun colors and cool temperature makes them ideal for children.