low-carb

adjective

: containing or having fewer carbohydrates than usual
low-carb foods
a low-carb diet

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But as with all areas of nutrition, low-carb diets (and the carbohydrates themselves) are more nuanced than many realize. — Martha Stewart, 23 Aug. 2026 However, almond flour is a great low-carb and high-protein option. — Merve Ceylan, HEALTH, 18 Aug. 2026 Researchers found that moderate macronutrient diet followers lost weight and maintained it at 6 and 12 months, although slightly less than the more extreme diets (low-carb, low-fat). — Brierley Horton, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026 Many people also incorporate zucchini into meals as a low-carb alternative. — Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for low-carb

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“Low-carb.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/low-carb. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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