#49 Fibre? Fiber? Fables: UK vs. US Labelling for Keto Vegans

The Keto Vegan

In this episode of the Keto Vegan Podcast, Rachel explores the differences between "fiber" and "fibre" on European and American food labels and why it's crucial for accurately counting carbs. If you're following a keto diet, understanding these distinctions can make a significant impact on your meal planning and nutritional tracking. In Europe, you'll often see "fibre" on labels, while in the U.S., it's "fiber." This small spelling difference can lead to big confusion, especially when calculating net carbs for your keto lifestyle. Join Rachel as she breaks down these labelling differences, explains how they affect the final carb count, and provides tips to ensure you're getting your dietary fiber/fibre just right. Whether you're in Europe or America, this episode will help you navigate food labels with confidence and keep your keto vegan journey on track.
Key Takeaways

• Fibre is a type of carbohydrate that the body cannot digest. It is found in the plants we eat, such as fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes. Fibre is essential for digestion and overall health. There are two main types of fiber: soluble fiber and insoluble fiber.
• Keto examples of soluble fibre are
  • Raspberries, blackberries
  • Brussel sprouts
  • Psyllium
• Keto examples of insoluble fibre are
  • Nuts and seeds
  • Cauliflower, green beans
• Good sources of fibre in a keto vegan diet include
  • Avocados
  • chia seeds
  • flaxseeds
  • leafy greens
  • nuts
  • seeds

Valuable Resources

• For an extensive list of foods with their carb, fat and protein count, go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
• For a keto-vegan start-up menu and shopping list go here: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/1-what-why-and-how
• The Keto Vegan episode on avocados – are they vegan or not? #40 Buzzworthy Bites. https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-f4qwp-15d9cfd
• Penang Village Chinese Restaurant, East Preston, West Sussex https://www.facebook.com/PenangVillageRestaurant/

Host Bio

Rachel, a once morbidly obese individual, experienced a remarkable body transformation through the keto diet. Later, she embraced veganism and now shares her extensive knowledge and obsession with carbs in vegan proteins on The Keto Vegan podcast. Her goal is to demonstrate the simplicity of combining the keto diet with a vegan lifestyle.

Resources: https://www.rachelgtherapy.co.uk/the-keto-vegan

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