How to Use low-carb in a Sentence

low-carb

adjective
  • Keep this plain for a low-carb snack, or add dried fruits for some carbs and sweetness.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Nice, low-carb, low-cal sessionable beer.
    — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
  • Some grain-free cat food is lower in carbs, but low-carb and grain-free don’t mean the same thing.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2025
  • Eating a low-carb breakfast can help keep your blood sugar in check.
    — Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 23 June 2026
  • Eating a low-carb breakfast can help keep your blood sugar in check.
    — Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 16 Jan. 2026
  • Is low-carb or low-fat eating healthier for your heart?
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 28 June 2026
  • Eat high-protein, low-carb meals to keep you full for long periods.
    — Jennifer Cohen, Health, 18 June 2023
  • However, they can also be made low-carb.
    — Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 18 June 2026
  • Give yourself the gift of low-carb snacking today and get the crunch your taste buds will thank you for!
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 18 Mar. 2023
  • The recipe also checks the boxes of gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, corn-free and is very low-carb.
    — Judy Revenaugh, Kansas City Star, 30 Jan. 2024
  • Seeds, nuts, and low-carb vegetables like leafy greens are great sources of protein and fiber, too.
    — Julia Ries, Health, 31 Mar. 2023
  • First is that low-carb diets affect the calories-out part of the equation.
    — Tamar Haspel, Washington Post, 27 Sep. 2023
  • But the study included high-protein foods that were also low-carb.
    — Bethany Brookshire, Scientific American, 11 May 2026
  • Many low-carb cheeses can be enjoyed sliced or cubed on their own and as a topping or staple for a main dish.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 Sep. 2024
  • Low-fat or low-carb — which one really helps lower risk of heart disease?
    — Erika Edwards, NBC news, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Legume and edamame pasta are likely low-carb options, as are those made with almond flour.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2025
  • Many low-carb cheeses can be enjoyed sliced or cubed on their own and as a topping or staple for a main dish.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 4 Aug. 2025
  • Scoop into lettuce leaves for a portable, low-carb snack.
    — Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 23 Sep. 2025
  • Scoop into lettuce leaves for a portable, low-carb snack.
    — Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Stick to low-carb fruits such as blackberries and raspberries.
    — Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 18 June 2026
  • Note that not every low-carb pasta is gluten-free though, so make sure to always check the label.
    — Brittany Loggins, Women's Health, 6 Mar. 2023
  • Try an at-home cheese fondue pot with Swiss cheese for a filling but low-carb meal option.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 4 Aug. 2025
  • Swiss chard also makes a tasty low-carb substitute for wraps and burritos.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Latest news on diet and nutrition Low-fat or low-carb?
    — Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC news, 22 Mar. 2026
  • This makes beet juice a better choice for those following low-carb eating patterns.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 Apr. 2026
  • This makes beet juice a better choice for those following low-carb eating patterns.
    — Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 Dec. 2025
  • Keto is low-carb and high-fat, while the Mediterranean diet is plant-based with whole grains and healthy fats.
    — Jenna Anderson, Health, 12 June 2025
  • Pork King Good's snacks are touted as low-carb, high-protein options.
    — Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 15 Oct. 2024
  • Keto is low-carb and high-fat, while the Mediterranean diet is plant-based with whole grains and healthy fats.
    — Health Editorial Team, Health, 9 Jan. 2026
  • This low-carb take on the classic sandwich is fresh, satisfying, and easy to prep ahead for busy weeks.
    — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 8 May 2026

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