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Which of the following is typically included in the count of total carbohydrates on a nutrition label?

a. sodium
b. protein
c. fiber
d. cholesterol

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The answer is C. In order to understand the total carbs you need fiber.

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The answer is (C) fiber. Dietary fiber is included under total carbohydrates because it is a type of carbohydrate, however your body does not digest it, so if you are looking at carbohydrates for blood sugar reasons, you can subtract the dietary fiber out.
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