If you’ve been anywhere near the internet in the past five years, you already knowing that cutting carbs is a huge trend that actually might have some science to back it up.  Yes, going low-carb can reduce certain risk factors for heart disease and help us lose weight?but we’re still trying to figure out how to cut carbs without missing the hell out of our morning bagel.
Of course, not all carbohydrates are created equal. There are good carbs (whole grains, fruit, legumes) and there are bad carbs (white flour, refined sugar, high fructose corn syrup, white rice.) The big difference: Bad carbs don’t offer much in the way of nutritional value and tend to be digested so quickly that they can cause our blood sugar to spike, leading weight gain and other pretty serious health problems. MORE: 30 Easy Low-Carb Snacks That Slay Hanger Better than a Bag of Chips
However, while good carbs are excellent for your overall health, it’s clear from the study that making some adjustments to your carb intake can be extremely effective. That’s not to say you shouldn’t ever eat a piece of fruit or a bowl of brown rice, but making smart swaps can result in weight loss and overall improved health. Below, we’ve mapped out 7 easy tips to cut carbs from your diet, and still be healthy and stay sane.
1. Commit to cutting out bread
Obvious, but incredibly effective when it comes to losing weight. Bread?even most mass-market whole wheat varieties?ar...