Net Carbs and Total Carbs Topic

U1192823561 08/01/22
Hello,I am new here and started the Keto Diet.I do my 19 net carbs a day or less but all other macros are over everyday including total carbs?What am I doing wrong?I am eating healthy and not junk so really confused?Any help would be appreciated.🤪

Dietician 08/01/22 replied to U1192823561
Hi there U1192823561-
Thanks for reaching out, we are happy to help!
In addition to tracking net carbs (total carbs – fiber and sugar alcohol grams) you can also track total carbs on Keto which is nice, though it sounds like it is causing some frustration. While focusing on net carbs is helpful, it can sometimes cause your total carbs to end up over budget each day. Perhaps try a week of focusing only on net carbs, but not both. It doesn’t sound like you are doing anything wrong at all. It takes time and experimentation before you find foods that you enjoy AND fit within your macros. Good for you for eating healthy and not packaged "keto" snacks and convenience foods! Changing our eating habits is hard and I encourage you to give yourself some grace. The KETO diet is one of the hardest eating plans to follow. I am guessing with additional experimentation; you will soon find foods that work for you. Here are some favorite keto foods that I like as well as general tips with this eating plan.
https://www.mynetdiary.com/these-are-the-top-10-keto-foods-you-should-include-if-you-re-on-the-diet.html
https://www.mynetdiary.com/get_started_on_keto_diet_the_right_way_5_steps_for_success.html
BTW: In the future, if you have nutrition or weight loss questions for a nutrition professional, please post your question under the Ask a Registered Dietitian tab.
Have a great day! Joanna (MyNetDiary Dietitian)

Net Carbs and Total Carbs