Some people want a pasta alternative for people with diabetes, following a ketosis diet or lower their carbs intake. Liviva of Canada makes their shirataki pasta like spaghetti, fettuccine, penne and rice shaped from konjac root. This has only 15 calories per serving, zero sugar, 4g of carbohydrates and 1 g of net carbohydrates. This is a big difference with white pasta, still significant with lentil pasta and even still with chickpea. Chickpea pasta has 190 calories, 32 g carbohydrates and 24 g of net carbs. I enjoyed some of their products at the Plant Based Expo in New York City. This product was started in 2003 by Laura, who was diagnosed with gestational diabetes during her pregnancy. With a diet low in carbohydrates and ketogenics, she was able to lower her blood sugar without medication. Konjac is used as a gelatin substitute and to thicken or add texture to foods. It may cause digestive problems. Also, it is used in traditional Chinese medicine. Konjac is used as a dietary supplement for weight loss and cholesterol in the Western world. The soluble fiber lowers blood glucose levels and cholesterol. Also, may help regulate bowel movements, prevent hemorrhoids, prevent diverticular disease, help constipation and improve skin. One can find at your local store. #livivafoods #shiratakinoodles #konjacroot https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ5dEIEAkyg/?igshid=nzot6ozcxmpv
