Is sushi on low-carb diets?
While sushi itself is not a part of a low-carb diet or lifestyle due to the amount of carbohydrates in the rice, sashimi is perfectly fine since it is only fish without rice or nori. While almost all fish has no carbohydrates or close to none, there are a few items that contain some, such as surimi (imitation crab meat) which is usually found in California rolls.
Raw foods (such as Sushi, often made of raw fish) are generally the best for preserving enzymes and other nutrients, as long as the foods are fresh. While sushi itself is not a part of a low-carb diet or lifestyle due to the amount of carbohydrates in the rice, sashimi is perfectly fine since it is only fish without rice or nori. While almost all fish has no carbohydrates or close to none, there are a few items that contain some, such as surimi (imitation crab meat) which is usually found in rolls. Sushi (and seafood in general) may be one of the best sources of nutrition available to us. Packed with protein, dense with nutrients, and often low in fat, sushi is an excellent way to enjoy a meal regardless of one’s dietary lifestyle choice. Sushi is an excellent source of lean protein and contains very little heart clogging saturated fat, unlike meat from terrestrial animals, and what fat is available is mostly in the form of Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are not only a nutrit
