Low Carb Fiber Foods

The American Dietetic Association suggests adult women consume 25 g of fiber per day and men consume 38 g every day. Fiber plays an important role in lowering cholesterol, balancing blood sugar and boosting digestive health. If you follow a low-carb diet, getting enough fiber can be difficult since many high-fiber foods are also high in carbs. With a well-rounded low-carb diet that includes fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds, it is possible to get enough fiber.

Cabbage

All varieties of cabbage are very good sources of fiber and low in carbs, but savoy cabbage contains the most fiber for the least amount of carbs. One cup of chopped raw savoy cabbage has only 4 g of carbs and 2 g of fiber. According to WHFoods.com, red cabbage is a very good source of fiber at 2 g of fiber per cup While red cabbage is still considered a low-carb food, it is a bit higher in carbs than savoy with 7 g of carbs per cup.

Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts look like mini heads of cabbage, and much like cabbage, Brussels sprouts are rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber and low in carbs. One cooked sprout has 1 g of fiber and just 1 g of carb. Enjoy Brussels sprouts by boiling, steaming or roasting.

Blackberries

When it comes to blackberries, fresh is best if you are watching your carb intake. Fresh blackberries contain 7.5 g of carbohydrates per 1/2 cup and 4 g of fiber. Frozen blackberries have the same amount of fiber but higher carb content at 12 g of carbs per 1/2 cup serving.

Almonds

Nuts are an excellent source of fiber, and for the fewest carbs per serving, consider almonds. Almonds contain 3.5 g of fiber and 6 g carbs per 1-oz. serving. Eat a serving of almonds as a midday snack or add slivered almonds to sautéed vegetables for an extra boost of fiber.

Flaxseed

Sprinkle flaxseed on your cereal or use as an ingredient in a smoothie to get a low-carb boost of fiber. A serving of ground flaxseed contains the same amount of carbs as it does fiber. One tablespoon of flaxseed has 2 g of carbs and 2 g of fiber.