1. Hold Off on Bread
Put a hold on the bread. Breads, especially processed white bread, are carbs. Try wraps in lettuce instead of sandwiches. Try eating that burger by itself instead of on a bun. Avoiding simple white bread can help you cut back on the bad carbs. If you must have breads, go for whole grains. These are more complex carbohydrates and add fiber and nutrition to your diet.
2. Try Fruit Instead
Say no to processed foods. These are often loaded with simple sugars and bad carbs. If you read the ingredients on processed snacks, you find they contain the ingredients you are trying to avoid. Find other good carbs to replace processed snacks. Fruits provide you with the sweetness you crave and are loaded with vitamins, minerals and the fiber your system needs.
3. Make Whole Grains Your Friend
Fill your diet with whole grains. There are many whole grain options available now. Fill your carb craving with whole grain pasta, cookies and breads. When baking, try substituting half your white processed flour for better carbs, such as oatmeal or whole grain flour. Air-popped popcorn is a whole grain snack that is low in calories. Not only are whole grains good for you and full of fiber, but they are linked to lowering risk of heart disease and diabetes.
4. Use Your Imagination
Try different foods or prepare your food differently. Think outside the box to avoid bad carbs. Switch from white rice to unprocessed brown rice. The flavor is nutty and enjoyable for a change. Snack on cheese and nuts, which are high in nutrients that your body needs. Many good-carb and no-carb recipes and cookbooks are becoming available, so try some new dishes. Once you have learned the guidelines, try your own style in the kitchen.
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