How are Carbohydrates Calculated? What is the Difference Between ‘Net Carbs’ and ‘Total Carbs’?Updated 9 months ago

For those wondering, in the UK the Total Carbohydrates are calculated based only on the starch and sugar content found in the ingredient/product. In the US, the Total Carbohydrates would also include fibre within this calculation.

In both countries cases, if a sweetener is used, it’s carbohydrates can also be included in the total carbs, but in the case of polyol sweeteners like erythritol, it can be deducted from the total to give the end user a ‘net carb’ total.

It’s slightly confusing and current labelling laws are a bit unhelpful in this regard! We will endeavour to make it as clear as possible for our customers.