High Carbohydrate, Low Protein Foods
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| Item | Portion Size | Protein (Grams) | Carbohydrates (Grams) | Calories |
| Banana | 1 whole | 1 |
27 |
105 |
| Crackers | 4 whole | 1 |
9 |
50 |
| Orange Juice | 1 cup | 2 |
26 |
110 |
Almost any whole, fresh fruit has a similar profile. Avoid avocados, however, which are high in fat and also have more protein. Perhaps due to the presence of fiber, fruit produces a slower, more gradual effect than other carbohydrate foods.
Any 100% real fruit juice will do.
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