How Many Carbs Are in Fruit?
So Just How Many Carbs Are in Some of Your Favorite Fruits?
When it comes to fruit, it may seem like a no-brainer for a healthy snack option compared to other less healthy alternatives. This is true for the most part, but one caveat to fruit is that many of them have a large number of carbs and contain simple sugars like glucose and fructose. Carbs and simple sugars spike your blood sugar and in turn make you crave them more; that's why many dieters have turned to a low-carb lifestyle. Choosing fruits low in carbs will be less likely to cause any unforeseen blood sugar hikes. Keep reading to see just how many grams of carbs are in your favorite fruits.
| Fruit (1 serving) | Carbs* |
|---|---|
| Lemon | 1g |
| Lime | 1g |
| Coconut flesh | 7g |
| Kiwi | 11g |
| Strawberry | 11g |
| Blackberry |
14g |
| Raspberry | 15g |
| Papaya | 15g |
| Orange | 15g |
| Apple | 19g |
| Blueberry | 21g |
| Watermelon | 22g |
| Pineapple | 22g |
| Pear | 25g |
| Grapes | 27g |
| Banana | 27g |
| Mango | 31g |
*Carb counts are from USDA Super Tracker and are based on the recommended serving size.
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