Whilst putting together this list of foods low in carbs I thought to myself, "this might take some time..." because the beauty of low carb diets is the fact that they are so flexible and broad.

This is great news for us low carbers, as knowing what foods we can incorporate into our own customized plans allows us total freedom with our low carb food diets from day to day, week to week!

This freedom of course, will ensure that those of us who are committed to losing weight and staying healthy through a sensible low carb diet will find the variation enough to keep us "excited" about our next meal (and therefore able to actually stick to our low carb diet.

Finally having this overview type of knowledge allows us to get a better understanding of the low carb diet as a whole. However, I must tell you that the following list of low carb foods is NOT exhaustive, as there are literally thousands more options available. I have merely attempted to give an overview for easy understanding and reference.

Therefore, if you'd like thousands more ideas, and some powerful tips and motivation to make your low carb diet a success, then please keep reading to find out how to get access...

List of foods low in carbs - Vegetables

Green vegetables are of course acceptable and can be very low in carbs, such as:

Spinach

Asparagus;

Lettuce;

Mustard greens;

Beet greens;

Turnip greens;

Parsley;

Kale;

Collard;

Bok choy;

Broccoli;

Cauliflower;

Celery;

Cucumber;

Cabbage - Green, red, or Chinese;

Mushrooms;

Sweet or hot peppers;

Yellow summer squash;

Zucchini.

Beets;

Carrots;

Red or yellow onions;

Watercress;

Kohlrabi;

Turnips;

Avocados;

Pumpkin;

Radish;

Brussel sprouts

List of foods low in carbs - Fruits

Fresh fruits are thankfully plentiful in most low carb diets. Fruits such as:

Melons,

Bananas,

Tomatoes,

Figs,

Lemons,

Limes,

Apples,

Pears,

Kiwis,

Plums,

Berries (all kinds)

Oranges,

Grapefruit,

Pineapple,

Tangerines

Fresh coconut and/or unsweetened coconut milk

List of foods low in carbs - Meat, Fish and Dairy

Eggs (but not more than 1 yolk daily) and egg whites are acceptable

Fresh fish two to five times weekly is not only a great source of protein, but also a recommended part of a low carb diet. Fresh fish such as:

Wild caught salmon,

Alaskan halibut,

Orange roughy,

Sardines,

Anchovies,

Chilean sea bass,

Trout,

Mackerel

Shellfish (such as shrimp, crab, clams, oysters, and lobster) is fine about once a week (although shellfish are common allergens and may also accumulate toxins).

Most meats are acceptable in moderation (which should be easy to moderate when you incorporate everything else on this list). Meats such as:

Lean red meat

Wild game (rabbit, pheasant, duck, goose, deer) once or twice weekly. Try to keep the fat off with the richer game, such as duck which is very high in natural fat.

Grass-fed beef that hasn't been treated with hormones or antibiotics.

Goat. Internal animal organs (such as liver, heart, pancreas, and bone marrow) are fine once or twice weekly.

Pickled herring

List of foods low in carbs - Flavorings, herbs and accompaniments.

Fresh garlic,

ginger,

turmeric,

cinnamon

Also, you are ok to use any other antioxidant, anti-inflammatory culinary spices with your low carb cooking. More herbs are fine to use such as:

Oregano,

dill,

thyme,

sage

List of foods low in carbs - Oils

omega-3 fatty acids

Canola,

flaxseed,

walnut oils

List of foods low in carbs - Others

Soy foods and soy protein powders

Brown rice and rice protein powder (watch the carbs in this one)

Seeds or fresh olives.

Tea, especially green tea.

There you have it, my overview of the official low carb foods that are perfectly acceptable to use in your low carb diet. Of course, it is still important to monitor your carb intake, but with the right guidance and this list as reference, you will have no problems sticking to your low carb diet and actually enjoying the huge amount of choice us low carbers have before us!

But a list of foods low in carbs is NOT enough to actually make your low carb diet a success on it's own. You need to make sure you don't make the common mistakes that 99.9% of low carb dieters make, and you will always need exciting new recipes at hand to keep your low carb diet varied and interesting, so that you don't get bored and throw in the towel.

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Are you sick of wasting money at a restaurant because you want a panini sandwich? Not any more!

The other day I took out my George Foreman grill and thought of an idea. Why can't I use a George Foreman grill as a panini maker! This was a great little money saver invention that I will use for a long time.

When you want a panini sandwich, follow these quick and easy steps:

1) Place something flat under the front two legs to level the George Forman grill

2) Spray top and bottom of grill with spray oil such as Pam or a generic (generic will cost less and work the same in the end)

3) Place meats and cheeses (you may also use any vegetables) on the bread and place the other piece of bread on top.

4) Close lid and plug the George Forman grill in and turn on.

5) Cook sandwich on a diagonal to get the perfect panini grilling marks.

6) cook until the top of sandwich is golden brown on top.

7) Place panini onto plate and enjoy!

When I made my panini sandwich, I took two pieces of bread, 2 pieces of cheese, and 6 pepperoni slices. I then placed the sandwich on the panini grill and then I waited till the grill marks appeared and the cheese to melt.

The panini was amazing and a must try!! If you prefer to have more taste to the sandwich, you may want to butter each piece of the panini instead of spraying the George Forman grill.

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One of the most frustrating things about creating a sandwich is that it can sometimes become so messy when it comes to stuffing the ingredients. However, one way for you to create sandwiches that actually stay together when you eat it is by using a sandwich press. Sandwich makers can help you create the best tasting as well as the best looking Panini sandwiches you'll ever have.

The normal way of creating a sandwich would include heating up the appliance or grill, choosing the right type of bread that you like and then placing the ingredients you would like on your sandwich. You can add different types of meat, cheese, vegetables or other types of food items that you can think of.

There are many advantages to getting your very own sandwich Panini maker. For one, when you get your own sandwich grill, you manage to create a more presentable sandwich. Using a press will help you place a good amount of filling on the bread. When you press them inside the appliance, you can go ahead and somewhat secure the filling by pressing them down. You can also add cheese and have the grill melt them and act as glue to your filling, holding it together.

Another benefit is that you can be more experimental when it comes to the ingredients. With your very own sandwich press, you can try out different types of filling according to your taste and preference. Some sandwich grills even provide room for varying sizes of bread. You can toast small breads or larger ones that provide more room for fillings. Moreover, a Panini press can help you create healthier sandwiches because most of them are made with a non-stick surface so you won't have to add too much grease to make sure they don't stick. However, you can lightly spray vegetable oil or butter just to make sure they won't stick.

You can find many different types of sandwich makers in the market today. All you have to do is consider your needs and uses before picking out the right Panini press for your very own kitchen. You can find plenty of them in your local stores or you can also go online if you want to get a good bargain.

Choosing the right sandwich press takes time, but once you find one, you should be able to enjoy the comfort of being able to create your favorite sandwiches through your sandwich maker.

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